Part of the reason why we can’t have nice things.
The Trial Of The Century?
Yet another piece on the Mann suit, in support of freedom of expression. This part is incorrect, though:
So Mann’s lawsuit now proceeds and unless a settlement is reached, pre-trial discovery will make public both the critics’ motivations and the details of Mann’s research.
No, the trial will not move forward unless and until the appellate court rules against us.
[Update a few minutes later]
Obama Derangement Syndrome
My thoughts Muslim outreach, Rush Limbaugh, and the difficulty of having an intelligent discussion on space policy (or policy in general) over at Ricochet.
SpaceX’s Reusable Rocket
Will it revolutionize spaceflight? A report at Technology Review from Michael Belfiore.
Live From Space
Starts in forty minutes or so. This is sort of like the Apollo days, when the news networks would go live to the spacecraft. There’s a lot more to see at ISS.
Certification Versus Licensing Of Space Vehicles
A new journal paper on the subject. One of the authors is the head of FAA-AST. I haven’t read it yet.
Note that this is a different discussion than whether or not AST should be regulating passenger safety. It’s a discussion of how to regulate, not what to regulate.
“The Constitution Is 400 Years Old”
A compendium of Sheila Jackson Lee’s greatest hits.
Remember, her constituents continue to re-elect her. This is a sign that too many people are voting.
Michael Totten’s New Book
It’s a zombie novel
Defending Earth From Asteroids
My former colleague from the Aerospace Corporation, Bill Ailor, gave a FISO presentation the other day. Clark Lindsey has the story.
Nancy Pelosi
I hope she remains this delusional right through the first Tuesday of November.
“I think the Republicans are wasting their time using that as their electoral issue, and they will find that out,” she said.
Pressed by a reporter whether Democrats should shy away from the issue on the campaign trail, Pelosi didn’t hesitate.
“No, absolutely not,” she said.
Pelosi has long argued that the healthcare law will become increasingly popular as more people recognize the benefits.
She’ll probably argue it to her grave, hopefully at least her political one.