Monthly Archives: November 2011

Hey App Stores, why isn't this obvious?

I’ve got three kids — two boys (8 and 5), and a girl (2). We regulate their access to technology (not sure why, or how best, but we try). And we want to find excellent Apps (in both Chrome and … Continue reading

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Dear Candidate for Congress …

Thanks for your call, which I am sorry I was not able to accept. But after many too many contributions to candidates for Congress, I have adopted an absolute rule:  I will not consider making a contribution to your campaign … Continue reading

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Is there such a thing as a portable database?

I’m looking for an app that will take a bunch of files (ideally, html), index them, and then produce a cross-platform stand-alone database app, so I could distribute all the files and the app on a thumb drive, and someone … Continue reading

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Signed books anyone?

So I’ve gotten a bunch of requests from people for signed copies of my books. (Seriously, like at least 14 million so far  and counting). At first it seemed like a cumbersome thing to arrange, but we’ve figured out a … Continue reading

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Americans Elect

The world is underestimating the potential potential of Americans Elect. This project is building a virtual delegate base that will then select a presidential candidate who, I bet, will (because of the extraordinary work of the organization) be on every … Continue reading

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This was a very fun interview with Brian Lamb on C-Span. 

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Me, MIA?: On the SOPA soap opera

So it’s flattering to be missed, @JeffRoberts. Thank you for that. You’re right, I am not at the center of the SOPA fight (though obviously a strong supporter). Here’s a couple sentences why.  First, and again, this is a critical battle … Continue reading

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Ok, so f*ck it. I'm back.

Twenty-seven months ago, I announced the hibernation of my blog. It is with deep deep embarrassment that I confess that for about the last 24 of those 27 months, I have been trying to find a way back. The latest … Continue reading

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