Monthly Archives: October 2007

Amara’s Law and Martin’s Corollary

Posted on October 5, 2007 by Paul

Roy Amara was apparently the person who said “We tend to overestimate the effect of a technology in the short run and underestimate the effect in the long run.” It’s a great observation, but my friend Charles Martin gave me … Continue reading →

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Why I’m supporting Barack Obama

Posted on October 1, 2007 by Paul

Barack Obama appears to be a once in a generation candidate: he’s smart, he’s appealing, he speaks well, and he seems to be viewed more positively across the political spectrum than negatively. In addition, his policy positions are closer to … Continue reading →

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