Monthly Archives: July 2012

David’s Distate for Discussion

Posted on July 30, 2012 by Tito

Some time ago, I pointed out a connection between Michael Gove’s bizarre belief that anti-semitism, being evil, is something that ought not to be dissected and understood, and David Cameron’s desire to paper over discussion following the London riots. In … Continue reading →

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The Guardian issues an Ayn Rand correction!

Posted on July 23, 2012 by Tito

You might recall reading my post on Victoria Bekiempis’ absurd attack on Ayn Rand earlier this year. Well, would you believe it, The Guardian has issued a correction about the whole affair! • Confessions of a recovering Objectivist was corrected because Ayn … Continue reading →

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Are internet trolls self obsessed?

Posted on July 14, 2012 by Tito

Stephen Fry seems to think so: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=endscreen&v=19uaccC2pq4&NR=1 He says that: Trolls crave attention They post deliberately offensive comments to get that attention They can’t stand people other than themselves receiving attention, so they direct the attention to themselves by being … Continue reading →

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Funny, until you think about it

Posted on July 9, 2012 by Tito

It’s possible to over analyse a joke until it loses its humour, but language is really important, so I’m going to do just that. (from Times Free Press) Libertarians believe in leaving people alone to help themselves, and so the … Continue reading →

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Blogging and Facebook

Posted on July 6, 2012 by Tito

For her “blogiversary“, Rational Jenn notes how comment sections on blogs have become less lively, and how many of her thoughts are now shared via social networks instead.  I don’t know about you, but I find that I am engaging … Continue reading →

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