Sad but true

I can't believe that "Idiocracy" is not just a stupid movie, it's the sad but true tale of what is really happening in America. I can't believe this is the way the story ends. We value illusion and form over substance and reality. The American electorate is truly Obama's dream come true. If we elected leaders based on principles, capability, and integrity he wouldn't have had a chance but he knows that in 2012 he can depend upon the gullibility of the masses who believe his grand illusions of hope and change. Two days ago Obama told a crowd in Austin "I'm pretty good at politicking". Obama's proudest trait is his ability to make empty promises.

Not as smart as you think

I have a habit of thinking about objectivity vs subjectivity and the frailties of the human mind. It is both frustrating and fascinating to see how profoundly irrational we all are. David McRaney has done us a huge favor by cataloging and explaining some of the most well known misconceptions about human thinking.