The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has demanded that the Illinois State Board of Elections (ISBE) provide a complete, unredacted copy of its statewide voter registration database by September 1. This request is part of the DOJ’s stated effort to ensure Illinois is complying with federal laws, specifically the National Voter Registration Act (NVRA) of Read More …
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Understanding Republican Support for Trump
Link :: 47% of Republicans would still vote for Trump even if implicated in Epstein’s crimes, survey found The survey results mentioned highlight a significant aspect of contemporary American politics, particularly regarding the support Donald Trump continues to receive from a substantial portion of Republican voters. The survey conducted by Leger revealed that 47% of Republican Read More …
How you build a personal brand
To my kids…….. Personal branding is all about how you present yourself to the world, especially on social media and other online platforms. As you enter your teenage years, it’s a great time to think about how you want others to see you. Your personal brand is shaped by your interests, values, and the way Read More …
DMTA – Pearl Jam – Ten
Reflecting on Pearl Jam’s Ten This album holds a special place in my heart from my college years. I listened to it on repeat for quite some time, and while I wasn’t deeply immersed in the grunge scene, Ten became a significant part of my musical journey. It represents a specific moment in my life, Read More …
Conference Video – Why We are Not Building a Defendable Internet
Black Hat Keynote: Why We are Not Building a Defendable Internet
DMTA – ABBA :: GOLD
Welcome back to my deep dive into the 108 albums that Duff McKagan says you should know. For this second installment, we’re taking a turn from the hard rock and punk sensibilities you might expect, and diving headfirst into something truly… golden. We’re talking about ABBA’s Gold: Greatest Hits. First, a brief history for those Read More …
Security is underwater
Also , there are no life preservers. In a recent reflection on conversations I’ve had, I’ve noticed a recurring theme that highlights the disconnect between non-IT professionals and security experts regarding data handling and application deployment. Non-IT individuals often enthusiastically present their newly developed applications that utilize specific data and share it with various users, Read More …
Ted Gioia on AI’s Threat To Music
In this episode I’m joined by author, historian, and futurist Ted Gioia for another far reaching conversation that ranges from AI’s effect on culture to his thoughts on coffee.
Hypocrisy of GOP criticizing Harvard
Start of this It’s true that Harvard University has produced a significant number of individuals who have gone on to prominent roles in American politics, including within the Republican Party.1 Here are some notable examples, with a focus on those who have served in recent administrations: Notable GOP Figures with Harvard Ties: Ted Cruz: U.S. Read More …
Are we doomed?
I was the designated driver this weekend for the kids sporting events, so we packed up the car and drove to the very near south suburbs for some all day volleyball. The tournament was great, and the Wintrust sports complex is pretty good but the fact it needs video games and laser tag is also Read More …