I am all for tough interrogation techniques. Today, a report is suspected to made public that details abuse and "questionable" interrogation techniques within CIA prisons. Allegedly, the CIA used a gun and electric drill to scare a suspected terrorist into giving up information. I want to know if it worked. Terrorists will stop at nothing when it comes to harming the United States and their citizens. Obtaining information from these extremists is a very important step in stopping them from carrying out more attacks. If the CIA needs to scare the prisoner in an attempt to make him talk, I say do it! What's the point in even interrogating a known terrorist if you're not willing to use advanced interrogation techniques? Do you think these guys are just going to roll over and say "Well, I've been caught so I have to do what they say now". Hell no! If their hands are not forced, I'm willing to bet they just sit there silently. These terrorists are not dumb people and they've been trained and brainwashed to hate the US and its Allies. They're not going to willingly give up information that will aid their enemies.
While some people may focus on the interrogation methods when this report is released, I'll be wondering how well it worked. I'll be wondering how many lives were saved based on the information that was obtained. I'll be wondering how much the US has learned about the inner workings and dealings of terrorist organizations. That's the part I'll focus on.
Monday, August 24, 2009
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Arrogance with a Touch of Stupidity
Michael Crabtree, the former Texas Tech wide receiver was selected 10th overall by the 49er's in the NFL draft this past April. Training camp has officially started across the NFL and Crabtree has yet to sign a contract. He also missed all off-season workouts and has not participated with the team since draft day. Crabtree says he is prepared to sit out the coming season and re-enter the NFL draft because he wants a fair market value contract. What a bunch of shit!
These NFL rookies are unbelieveably arrogant. They haven't played one down in the NFL and they expect to receive top dollar. The list of high draft picks that have completely busted at the next level is endless. Yet, these just-out-of-college hotshots believe they should be the highest paid players in the NFL. Please. I realize the NFL is a business and this is their career, but football is also a game. These guys get to play a game for a living and get paid millions to do so. I say %&$# you if you can't live off $30 million over a 5 year contract. I'd work in a Sewage plant covered in shit for 10 hours a day for the rest of my life if it got me $6 million/year. These guys get to play a game and are complaining.
I hope Mr. Crabtree doesn't sign a contract. I hope he sits out the season and I hope he re-enters the draft. Odds are complete against success if he goes that direction. Maybe he gets more money next year as a result, but he would have been away from competitive football for a year and a half. That's not something that will get NFL owners excited and it certainly won't help his performance. His arrogance makes me hope he fails at the NFL level and 10 years from now when he wises up, he will realize that he passed on millions of dollars per year out of greed. Maybe it's not all Michael's fault as his agent can't escape without receiving some of the blame. Sports agents have the morals and ethics of the Enron executives currently rotting in prison. All they see are dollar signs and I believe they contribute extensively to the mind-poisioning of young athletes.
I applaud the (what seems like a small number) athletes out there that play their respective sport because they just love the game. Never in their career have they let money come between them and the game they love. Props to you.
As far as Mr. Crabtree and his "I don't give a shit about my client's career, all I want is money" agent, you best get a contract signed and get your behind into 49er's training camp ASAP. Otherwise, your arrogance may just cost you a lifetime of wealth and success.
These NFL rookies are unbelieveably arrogant. They haven't played one down in the NFL and they expect to receive top dollar. The list of high draft picks that have completely busted at the next level is endless. Yet, these just-out-of-college hotshots believe they should be the highest paid players in the NFL. Please. I realize the NFL is a business and this is their career, but football is also a game. These guys get to play a game for a living and get paid millions to do so. I say %&$# you if you can't live off $30 million over a 5 year contract. I'd work in a Sewage plant covered in shit for 10 hours a day for the rest of my life if it got me $6 million/year. These guys get to play a game and are complaining.
I hope Mr. Crabtree doesn't sign a contract. I hope he sits out the season and I hope he re-enters the draft. Odds are complete against success if he goes that direction. Maybe he gets more money next year as a result, but he would have been away from competitive football for a year and a half. That's not something that will get NFL owners excited and it certainly won't help his performance. His arrogance makes me hope he fails at the NFL level and 10 years from now when he wises up, he will realize that he passed on millions of dollars per year out of greed. Maybe it's not all Michael's fault as his agent can't escape without receiving some of the blame. Sports agents have the morals and ethics of the Enron executives currently rotting in prison. All they see are dollar signs and I believe they contribute extensively to the mind-poisioning of young athletes.
I applaud the (what seems like a small number) athletes out there that play their respective sport because they just love the game. Never in their career have they let money come between them and the game they love. Props to you.
As far as Mr. Crabtree and his "I don't give a shit about my client's career, all I want is money" agent, you best get a contract signed and get your behind into 49er's training camp ASAP. Otherwise, your arrogance may just cost you a lifetime of wealth and success.
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Apple "Tablet" PC
The tech grapevine says that Apple has a netbook, or tablet PC, in the makes. If these photos are accurate, this looks like another stellar device from Apple. Currently, their touch screen technology beats out any others that I have seen. That makes me believe that this device has the potential to essentially be an iPod on steriods. Given the success of the iPod, that could spell good things for Apple.
But here is the million dollar question...what ridiculous price will Apple charge? I'm willing to bet the farm that it will be another beautiful product from Apple that is out of reach to the average American. This is another Apple product that catches my eye, but unless it's released at a reasonable price point, Apple loses another potential customer. Are you listening Mr. Jobs?
But here is the million dollar question...what ridiculous price will Apple charge? I'm willing to bet the farm that it will be another beautiful product from Apple that is out of reach to the average American. This is another Apple product that catches my eye, but unless it's released at a reasonable price point, Apple loses another potential customer. Are you listening Mr. Jobs?
Monday, August 3, 2009
Business Ethics?
Apple is a company that many people seem to drool over. Exhibit A being Justine Ezarik. I admit, they make some great products, but what is with the obsession? Apple fanboys and fangals seem to see only the good side of Apple. In this article from Foxnews.com, you can read about Apple's violation of business ethics. Ethics aren't "law" in the business world, but as a responsible company, ethics are extremely important. I have a major problem when companies breach the fine line of business ethics.
In the case of Apple and the so-called exploding iPod, Apple should have issued a refund with no questions asked. They should have then re-acquired the iPod for testing to ensure that this was an isolated incident. Issuing a refund only on the condition of a gag order? That's unethical and poor business practice.
In the case of Apple and the so-called exploding iPod, Apple should have issued a refund with no questions asked. They should have then re-acquired the iPod for testing to ensure that this was an isolated incident. Issuing a refund only on the condition of a gag order? That's unethical and poor business practice.
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