Monthly Archives: February 2009

In my last post on vigilantism, I wrote this: The problem is how to answer the moral question of whether vigilantism—taking the law into your own hands—is justified when there are no government enforcers of the law. But if law and government have no … Continue reading →

In the New York Times today, David Blankenhorn and Jonathan Roach propose a “compromise” on gay marriage: Congress would bestow the status of federal civil unions on same-sex marriages and civil unions granted at the state level, thereby conferring upon … Continue reading →

After checking out the story about the Oscar-nominated scores that I wrote about in my last post, stumbled onto another NPR story about movies. This one is about Christian movies. So I read the story, and I watched the two … Continue reading →

Every year I look forward to the Weekend Edition Sunday on NPR when Andy Trudeau talks about the latest group of Oscar-nominated film scores. On the docket this year are the scores for The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Defiance, … Continue reading →

Facebook is creating its own “Bill of Rights and Responsibilities.” Sort of like the proposed airline passengers’ bill of rights, I guess, but they’re not trying to get it enacted by Congress—it would be part of the direct relationship between … Continue reading →

So here’s another argument for legalizing marijuana: A Utah man bought a used SUV and immediately had to take the old car to a mechanic. He didn’t understand why the gas gage always read half-full. The mechanic suggested that maybe … Continue reading →

If you ever wondered how to get from the estate tax to epistemology, Professor Buchanan over at Dorf on Law can lead the way. Good stuff there.

About a week and a half ago, Jim at decorabilia asked me if I was interested in writing something about the 2009 March/April topic for Lincoln-Douglas debate from the National Forensics League. Here is the topic: Resolved: Vigilantism is justified … Continue reading →

I called Comcast to cancel my service today. Their phone number has a menu, with an option to speak with someone specifically for the purpose of discontinuing your service. I would think, “Oh, a menu. That means when I get … Continue reading →

I have a second blog now: Family Law Litigation. Do check it out, if you have the time. I would appreciate some feedback, and advice for future content. Just remember a couple things: first, it’s hosted by the firm where I … Continue reading →