Comment Re:Another perspective (Score 1) 1218
The United States is a republic, and for this exact reason. You're describing tyranny of the majority.
Comment Re:Let me rephrase that (Score 1) 576
And what if his life is ruined? Plenty of people lose their jobs and have their lives destroyed every day who aren't complete assholes. I'm happy about the job opening this created. I'm not worried about the person who lost his job.
Comment Re:Recommendation: Buy Up Rights to Make New Class (Score 1) 169
The Wire, Season 6!
Comment Re:Who Killed the Electric Car? (Score 1) 385
Maybe it would have if the Prius were an electric car.
Microsoft Confirms New Music Player 415
Udo Schmitz writes "It's official now. Reuters confirms the rumors that Microsoft wants to take on Apple's iPod and iTunes. From the article: 'Microsoft Corp. said on Friday it plans to release a new music and entertainment player and accompanying software under the "Zune" brand this year, in a belated attempt to challenge the dominance of Apple Computer Inc.'s iPod player ... Microsoft sources said Robbie Bach, president of Microsoft's entertainment and devices division, is working with J. Allard, vice president of its Xbox team, on the digital media player/software project.'"
