This is the discussion topic for Wednesday's session for the next couple of weeks. Bruce Sterling's "The Internet of Things". Listen to it, and be prepared to discuss the ideas raised. Do you like the idea of an Internet of Things?Do you think it's feasible?What are the benefits?What are the drawbacks? http://itc.conversationsnetwork.org/shows/detail717.html Thanks to Poetria […]

He's faced criticism for this, but it's nice to see the human face of any politician. You can watch the video here. JL The 44th President of the United States, please welcome President Barack Obama. THE PRESIDENT: Thank you. JL Good to see you. THE PRESIDENT: It is good to see you and -- Thank […]

My fellow citizens: I stand here today humbled by the task before us, grateful for the trust you have bestowed, mindful of the sacrifices borne by our ancestors. I thank President Bush for his service to our nation... ... as well as the generosity and cooperation he has shown throughout this transition. Forty-four Americans have […]

... a charter expanded by the blood of generations. Those ideals still light the world, and we will not give them up for expedience's sake. And so to all other peoples and governments who are watching today, from the grandest capitals to the small village where my father was born: know that America is a […]