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Re: Tom Steyer's draconian national ID legislation
From: http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert (Robert)
Apr 26 08:47
I'm also against the "Digital Age Assurance Act" and wrote my state representative about this. Unfortunately, it has already been signed into law, so the best that can be done now is to undo it via the courts. BTW, this is the very law I mentioned before t...
Re: Tom Steyer's draconian national ID legislation
From: http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert (Robert)
Apr 26 08:48
your ID, info, and photo are in a company db. Although likely true, vigilantly continuing to try to limit the spread of everybody's data should be the goal. I think both of you believe that privacy is dead and there's no point in fighting any sort of dist...
Re: Tom Steyer's draconian national ID legislation
From: http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert (Robert)
Apr 26 10:50
ccwcwashtenaw.org "Getting a Social Security number for your newborn is voluntary."
Re: Tom Steyer's draconian national ID legislation
From: http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert (Robert)
Apr 26 11:24
The bill doesn't specify a brand or company. True. It could be users choice, like LinkedIn does: Clear for North American residents and Persona for international residents. Clear Secure is based in New York and Persona (Palantir) is based in Ca, so my bet...
making Linux distros via age / identity verification
From: http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert (Robert)
Apr 26 11:36
Google & others will move their CA data centers out of CA It's doubtful that they would complete moving all their Linux machines out of Ca by Jan 1 2027 when the law goes into effect. Given that per-device violation is $2500, it's more likely that Google ...
Re: making Linux distros via age / identity verification
From: http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert (Robert)
Apr 26 11:36
And teens will still obtain social media accounts by using VPN because teens are smarter than governors & 90% of politicians. Yes, that may end up being the workaround for many of us, at least, until that loophole is closed, too, like they are doing in th...
Re: making Linux distros via age / identity verification
From: http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert (Robert)
Apr 26 11:38
I would hope that any carve-out in the law will be for all users of free and open source software. But, the more pessimistic road where Google just leaves Ca may well play out. In that case, there will be millions of Cans who may end up running Linux and F...
Re: making Linux distros via age / identity verification
From: http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert (Robert)
Apr 26 11:39
Maybe. For me the solution would be SSH to a server and another country, then run the web browser from that remote server. No VPN involved. I guess it depends on how sophisticated the bill is. If it specifies that any service which aims to work around iden...
Re: spring birthdays
From: Robert B <http://profiles.yahoo.com/robertb>
Apr 26 12:04
Actually, looks like my meetings fell through. Although I do not have a car, I am free for dinner tonight. Are you offering a ride?
Re: making Linux distros via age / identity verification
From: http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert (Robert)
Apr 26 12:31
I've heard about using the Commerce Clause to bring down these age and identity verification laws. It could work, but I think using the first amendment arguments may end up being easier. But, I'm not a lawyer, so how should I know?
first amendment arguments against age / identity verification
From: http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert (Robert)
Apr 26 12:53
The First Amendment argument against digital-based age and identity verification laws centers on the protection of free speech, anonymity, and the prohibition of prior restraints on expression. These laws are challenged as unconstitutional because they im...
Re: spring birthdays
From: Robert B <http://profiles.yahoo.com/robertb>
Apr 26 13:38
OK, thanks! My home address is ., where-I-live . I'll see you at 6pm!
WorkersDecide.tech — Make Tech Work for Workers
From: http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert (Robert)
Apr 26 15:56
vegan restaurant in Paso Robles
From: http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert (Robert)
Apr 26 17:12
eatziggys.com
tasks
From: robert
Apr 27 00:08
clean space on backup hard drive empty dishwasher share with Nicholas and Mike lowendbox.com
Re: spring birthdays
From: Robert B <http://profiles.yahoo.com/robertb>
Apr 27 07:15
According to justwatch.com "Ararat" is playing on Kanopy, kanopy.com It's also available to rent in various places, including Youtube, youtube.com and Apple TV. Oh, and, yeah, Mt Ararat is in Turkey, according to wikipedia.org You may be able to see it fro...
Re: spring birthdays
From: Sarah Kishler <http://www.gmail.com/~sarah.kishler>
Apr 27 08:26
Thank you! Yes, we'll be going to Yerevan so it seems likely that I will see Mt. Ararat.
both Mexie and Taylor Lorenz gave up being vegans
From: http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert (Robert)
Apr 27 10:58
I read that Lorenz gave up being a vegan after being a vegan for 25 years. It seems like health is the common theme behind turning to a carnivore / omnivore diet, and was wondering about that. I found a few sites relevant to this. bbc.com IBS seems to be t...
if Alex and Michelle ever come to the Bay Area again
From: http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert (Robert)
Apr 27 15:41
archive.org This says that they have tours of the Internet Archive in SF at 1pm on Fridays. Could be fun.
FW: spring birthdays
From: http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert (Robert)
Apr 27 17:06
I went to Wildseed for dinner with "the gang". Had the Hummus dish, and a Citrus Spongecake for dessert. 😋
Re: spring birthdays
From: Robert B <http://profiles.yahoo.com/robertb>
Apr 27 17:19
On another subject, I thought more about your SJ Film meetup. Since most people have access to Kanopy, an alternative concept might be that somebody could choose a movie to see on Kanopy, and then organize a dinner or gathering to talk about it afterwards....
Photo from the "Spring Birthdays" dinner @ Wildseed, 4/26/26
From: Nisha Blum <http://www.hotmail.com/~nisha.blum>
Apr 27 21:33
Hi Elaine & Doug, Sarah, Robert: It was a wonderful dinner last night celebrating the spring birthdays! Attached is our group photo. Elaine & Doug -- enjoy your upcoming weekend away! Sarah and Robert -- see you on again on May 3 rd ! Elaine -- thanks for ...
tasks
From: robert
Apr 28 00:07
recharge primary MP3 player download podcasts to primary MP3 device set "sleep" on primary MP3 player set "sleep" on secondary MP3 player test macula in eyes using amsler grid enhancedvision.com expect No to receive email account renewal notice from Google...
From the Office of Senator Dave Cortese
From: http://www.sen.ca.gov/~Phuong.Nguyen
Apr 28 11:55
Hello Robert, Thank you for contacting Senator Cortese regarding State the issue or position they are holding. I am assisting the Senator with the processing of his inbox. He appreciates your input and I will pass your message along to him. Please do not h...
tasks
From: robert
Apr 29 00:07
put murine box on pillow so that can clear right ear earwax put murine box on pillow so that can clear left ear earwax figure out tasks that can delegate to Noelle get rid of a small box worth of stuff put diatomaceous earth around cat food send this to Mi...
tasks
From: robert
Apr 30 00:09
water the native plants in front and back that Noelle planted this week water sage in front, sunflower and tomatoes and eggplant and pepper by back fence suggest a film event to Sarah fandango.com add to {macbook,mini}:/root/redundant_deb clean {macbook,mi...
Thursday evening
From: http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert (Robert)
Apr 30 12:02
Apparently, I do not have a meeting this evening due to a holiday in India. Just FYI.
Re: if Alex and Michelle ever come to the Bay Area again
From: Robert <http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert>
Apr 30 15:48
Oh, that's a good idea. We should make a meetup.
Re: [nobawc-announce] email too intense? try the Bay Area Co-op Signal Group (fwd)
From: robert <http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert>
Apr 30 15:57
I guess it's sorta like making toast. You have to find the bread loaf (find the mail app), open the bag (click on the app), pull out a piece of bread (look for the mail), stick it into the toaster (click on the mail), and wait for it to pop up (read the m...
Re: Health Brief: Trump�s third try for a top doctor (fwd)
From: robert <http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert>
Apr 30 16:08
Tell that to the president. I dare you. ca66ae7e8a6816e764cb/12/43/69f3cf1ce9f14b167bc51582 v > >
tasks
From: robert
May 01 00:09
set up meetup for movie on Sunday meetup.com transfer from Cigna HSA to Fidelity HSA if got info at work on how to do that charge work laptop trim back native bushes from the sidewalk prepare for earthquake put more earthquake water into laundry room close...
You've scheduled: Everyone Is Lying to You for Money at Alamo Drafthouse
From: "Meetup" <http://www.meetup.com/~info>
May 01 07:54
Title: You've scheduled: Everyone Is Lying to You for Money at Alamo Drafthouse You're going! Everyone Is Lying to You for Money at Alamo Drafthouse The where-I-live Indie Film Meetup Your Meetup event has been scheduled! 5/3/2026, 12:40:00 PM PDT Alamo Dr...
Re: WAR Announces New Show, Low Brow Art, Cinco de Mayo Festivals (fwd)
From: robert <http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert>
May 01 08:02
No time.
Troubling Diagnosis: Comparing Canada’s Healthcare with International Peers
From: http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert (Robert)
May 01 15:06
cdhowe.org You're right. The individual province of Nunavut skews the average to make it slightly worse than the United States. Just shows that even single per-state/per-province implementations need to be monitored.
life is like riding a bicycle
From: http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert (Robert)
May 02 08:10
I sometimes think about things like bicycles. There are some things were you do have to keep moving in order for it to function as designed. Airplanes are another example. Music is in some ways similar in that you can't just stop and continue for it to mak...
AI is getting too expensive for some
From: http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert (Robert)
May 02 08:11
Seems like you can't have it both ways: you can't both be firing developers and spend that much less on AI models. Something's gotta give. Perhaps this is pivot where the AI bubble comes crashing down?
Re: Final Curtain Liquidation Sale at 3Below (fwd)
From: robert <http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert>
May 02 08:28
I was wrong. It's open 'til 5pm. We can mosey over there any time before my vaccination at 4:15pm.
Re: [CACommunityEnergy] Candidates for Governor
From: Robert <http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert>
May 02 09:51
There was no way I'd vote for Mahan. I plan on voting for Porter if she remains in the race.
Re: Please CALL CA SENATORS **ASAP** re Senate vote on Cuba tomorrow! (fwd)
From: robert <http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert>
May 02 09:53
No surprise there.
Re: I�m running for Ca Insurance Commissioner (fwd)
From: robert <http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert>
May 02 10:02
Cool. When're we getting our ballots?
Re: Ca Democrats Killed It. Can He Bring It Back? (fwd)
From: robert <http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert>
May 02 10:15
Well, Steyer also wants to stifle first amendment rights by putting up gates for young people to explore information about themselves via digital technology (social media). And, so does Becerra. So, I'm unlikely to vote for either of them. It's rather biza...
Re: [CACommunityEnergy] Candidates for Governor
From: O Mandrussow <http://www.gmail.com/~mandrussow>
May 02 12:46
Porter is a great candidate. I'm holding my nose, and voting for whatever Dem candidate is polling highest at the very, very, very end of the race.

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