Monthly Archives: November 2008

Yesterday, Susan Cartier Liebel (of “Build a Solo Practice, LLC”) posted a Taoist parable about the importance of keeping your perspective from getting too narrow. Here it is: There once was a Taoist farmer. One day the Taoist farmer’s only … Continue reading →

Now that I have passed the California bar exam on my first try (which, by the way, is not statistically significant because three-quarters of first-time takers passed), I thought I’d share some thoughts on the process for future supplicants to … Continue reading →

In case anyone is wondering, or cares, I passed the California Bar Exam.

This solo practitioner in Texas might want to meet up with Mayor Alan Autry for a beer sometime: An Austin, Texas, criminal defense attorney challenging his conviction for contempt of court for making an obscene gesture during an appearance before … Continue reading →

Over at the New York Times, Sam Tanenhaus has written a helpful analysis of the two major parties’ positions. Here is an excerpt, citing Michael Gerson: “The issues that have provided conservatives with victories in the past — particularly welfare … Continue reading →

First time I ever voted for a winner.

So here’s the thing: the Electoral College. The idea is to ensure that less populous states remain in play. Why should “states” matter instead of “people”? Because we’re supposed to be a “federation” of sovereign “states” electing the President. That’s the … Continue reading →

Dear AT&T Wireless people: As seems to be standard practice for companies these days, you do not provide an obvious or easy method to give direct feedback on your products and services. So, after rummaging around the AT&T Wireless website … Continue reading →