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You Can’t Pseudoscience (Or Even Science) Your Way Out Of A Genuine Trans Rights Debate

Singal-Minded • 1480 implied HN points • 27 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Laws Rights Trans issues Debate Science
  1. There's a big debate about defining sex, and it's not as simple as just male and female. Many scientists think there are more factors involved than just what you're born with.
  2. Trump's executive order on sex has stirred up a lot of controversy and confusion. Some people believe it doesn’t recognize the complexity of gender identity and can negatively affect many trans and nonbinary individuals.
  3. Discussions about gender and sex can get really tangled. It's important to clarify definitions and separate scientific facts from political opinions to have a more honest conversation.

The insurrection across the street

Lucian Truscott Newsletter • 3930 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Justice Laws Current Events Democracy
  1. The Supreme Court is closely connected to the insurrection on January 6, 2021, which happened across the street from them
  2. The actions of Donald Trump and his followers during the insurrection are central to the cases before the Supreme Court
  3. The Supreme Court's handling of the cases related to the insurrection will impact the neighborhood of democracy and its integrity
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There is a reason politicians don't want pregnant women getting divorced

Men Yell at Me • 540 implied HN points • 28 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Policy Abortion Marriage Gender Laws
  1. In some states, pregnant women are not allowed to divorce, even in cases of domestic violence.
  2. Forcing pregnant women to stay married can lead to financial and emotional vulnerability, especially in states with abortion bans.
  3. Laws restricting pregnant women from divorcing are not about the well-being of the child or mother, but rather about controlling women and limiting their freedoms.

Dingus of the week: "Pro-IVF" Republicans

Men Yell at Me • 436 implied HN points • 01 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Abortion Republicans IVF Laws Politicians
  1. Republicans are facing challenges with IVF laws in Alabama, impacting IVF providers and potential parents.
  2. The recent Alabama Supreme Court ruling on frozen embryos is causing political tensions and highlighting contradictions in anti-abortion beliefs.
  3. Key Republican figures, such as Nikki Haley, Brian Kemp, and Greg Abbott, are struggling to navigate the complexities of the IVF issue while articulating their stances.

Activation locks send working Macbooks to the trash- Week in Repair

Fight to Repair • 138 implied HN points • 27 Jan 23
🕹 Technology Devices Laws Repairability Recycling Manufacturers
  1. Activation locks on Macbooks are causing perfectly functional devices to be discarded due to the security feature preventing refurbishing or re-selling.
  2. Harvard Business Review article suggests that right to repair laws might lead manufacturers to counterproductive actions, like adjusting prices or promoting device replacement over repair.
  3. Advocates highlight the importance of right to repair laws in promoting refurbishing and reusing devices to reduce e-waste and keep toxic chemicals out of landfills.

The Italian Problem, Part II: No Halfway Measures

Bird History • 59 implied HN points • 04 Jan 24
💾 History Conservation Immigration Laws Activism
  1. Conservationists in the early 1900s clashed with Italian immigrants over the tradition of eating songbirds, leading to heated conflicts and even fatal incidents.
  2. Enforcement of laws protecting songbirds led to heavy fines and long prison sentences for Italian immigrants caught hunting, sparking significant tensions and occasional violence.
  3. Efforts to educate Italian communities about bird protection laws included posting bilingual signs and organizing lectures, with varying degrees of success in changing behaviors.

Laws that Red Teamers Should Know

Locks and Leaks • 19 implied HN points • 15 Feb 24
🚌 Education Laws Red-Teaming Security Ethics
  1. Red teamers should be familiar with laws related to activities like burglary, trespassing, burglary tools, hacking, theft, wiretapping, and impersonation.
  2. Understanding the difference between something being illegal and prosecutable is crucial. Aligning goals with the protection of the public and prevention of harm is key for authorized assessments.
  3. Having knowledge of relevant laws can enhance a red teamer's career and ensure that steps are taken to avoid violating rules, laws, regulations, or ethical considerations while uncovering security vulnerabilities.

Disney Loves (and Hates) Public Domain

SatPost by Trung Phan • 53 implied HN points • 05 Jan 24
💼 Business Copyright Entertainment Laws Digital Creativity
  1. Disney lost copyright on the 1928 'Steamboat Willie' version of Mickey Mouse, showing their contradictory relationship with public domain.
  2. Disney is a major user of public domain content but also supports copyright extension laws to protect their own works.
  3. The tension between copyright and creativity lies in finding the right balance for how long protections for works should last.

The Week In Repair: May 29 - June 4

Fight to Repair • 59 implied HN points • 06 Jun 22
🕹 Technology Repair Laws Environment Automotive Design
  1. New York Assembly passes first electronics right to repair bill, becoming the first state in the nation to do so. This is a milestone achievement for right to repair advocates after years of unsuccessful attempts.
  2. A report highlights the importance of a legal right to repair for wheelchair owners to ensure prompt, high-quality service at an affordable price. This emphasizes the need for a fair market for repair and service.
  3. An overload of lawsuits against John Deere regarding right to repair issues is being consolidated in a federal court in Illinois. This illustrates the ongoing legal battles in the fight for right to repair.

Policy should be adaptive

Perambulations • 0 implied HN points • 08 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Policy Behavior Public Policy Laws
  1. Policy should be designed to be adaptive and respond to changes in behavior to encourage better outcomes.
  2. Creating new equilibria through adaptive policies can lead to more sustainable changes in collective behavior rather than just individual actions.
  3. Adaptive policies, like those seen in traffic management or public health initiatives, can help promote common goals and shared norms to achieve lasting change in society.