From 7eaf07b0315cd6e32553164fb7949bebd84f21e6 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: wandyezj Date: Sun, 29 Sep 2024 11:13:49 -0700 Subject: [PATCH 1/7] Create atlantic-sports-gambling.md --- docs/_articles/atlantic-sports-gambling.md | 11 +++++++++++ 1 file changed, 11 insertions(+) create mode 100644 docs/_articles/atlantic-sports-gambling.md diff --git a/docs/_articles/atlantic-sports-gambling.md b/docs/_articles/atlantic-sports-gambling.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..f0794bd --- /dev/null +++ b/docs/_articles/atlantic-sports-gambling.md @@ -0,0 +1,11 @@ +--- +title: Legalizing Sports Gambling Was a Huge Mistake +subtitle: > + The evidence is convincing: The betting industry is ruining lives. +source: The Atlantic +author: Charles Fain Lehman +year: 2024 +citation: > + Charles Fain Lehman, “Legalizing Sports Gambling Was a Huge Mistake.” The Atlantic, September 23, 2024. +link: https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2024/09/legal-sports-gambling-was-mistake/679925/ +--- \ No newline at end of file From 0768e64a05ce1654204b85e133a03849f8e7283a Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: wandyezj Date: Sun, 29 Sep 2024 11:14:02 -0700 Subject: [PATCH 2/7] Update capitalism-and-freedom.md --- docs/_books/capitalism-and-freedom.md | 2 ++ 1 file changed, 2 insertions(+) diff --git a/docs/_books/capitalism-and-freedom.md b/docs/_books/capitalism-and-freedom.md index c85bfa0..1d96a41 100644 --- a/docs/_books/capitalism-and-freedom.md +++ b/docs/_books/capitalism-and-freedom.md @@ -4,4 +4,6 @@ author: Milton Friedman year: 1962 genre: academic wiki: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capitalism_and_Freedom +citation: > + Friedman, Milton, and Rose D. Friedman. 1962. Capitalism and Freedom. 40th Anniversary edition. Chicago: University of Chicago Press. --- \ No newline at end of file From 3a7fb69c5e87cf9b169f14d7fddfe0a5bfb7b42f Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: wandyezj Date: Sun, 29 Sep 2024 11:14:12 -0700 Subject: [PATCH 3/7] Update 2024-09-22-risk.md --- docs/_posts/2024-09-22-risk.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/docs/_posts/2024-09-22-risk.md b/docs/_posts/2024-09-22-risk.md index f25b514..2b0b917 100644 --- a/docs/_posts/2024-09-22-risk.md +++ b/docs/_posts/2024-09-22-risk.md @@ -34,7 +34,7 @@ To assess and mitigate risk we must reduce our uncertainty by acquiring knowledg _"It's not paranoia, it's reasonable precaution."_ [^wandyezj-caution] -We want to spend time delivering solutions that work and deliver value. +We want to spend time on solutions that deliver value. We want to mitigate risks to solutions so they succeed. From c444874af789fe291c245599ab8248f860353408 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: wandyezj Date: Sun, 29 Sep 2024 11:14:17 -0700 Subject: [PATCH 4/7] Create stable-values-milton-friedman.md --- docs/_quotes/stable-values-milton-friedman.md | 9 +++++++++ 1 file changed, 9 insertions(+) create mode 100644 docs/_quotes/stable-values-milton-friedman.md diff --git a/docs/_quotes/stable-values-milton-friedman.md b/docs/_quotes/stable-values-milton-friedman.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..bbddcc2 --- /dev/null +++ b/docs/_quotes/stable-values-milton-friedman.md @@ -0,0 +1,9 @@ +--- +quote: > + No society can be stable unless there is a basic core of value judgments that are unthinkably accepted by the bulk of its members +author: Milton Friedman +from: > + Capitalism and Freedom +citation: > + Friedman, Milton, and Rose D. Friedman. 1962. Capitalism and Freedom. 40th Anniversary edition. Chicago: University of Chicago Press. +--- From b004087e21d6ba3046b268237507d370aa125c49 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: wandyezj Date: Sun, 29 Sep 2024 11:14:25 -0700 Subject: [PATCH 5/7] Update quotes.md --- docs/quotes.md | 2 -- 1 file changed, 2 deletions(-) diff --git a/docs/quotes.md b/docs/quotes.md index 77b3cc6..cb5cf22 100644 --- a/docs/quotes.md +++ b/docs/quotes.md @@ -160,6 +160,4 @@ Now entering party conventions, you have been warned!" “Concentrated power is not rendered harmless by the good intentions of those who create it” from Capitalism and Freedom by Milton Friedman -“No society can be stable unless there is a basic core of value judgements that are unthinkably accepted by the bulk of its members” from Capitalism and Freedom by Milton Friedman - "If you want control you need to be the one making things." wandyezj 2023 \ No newline at end of file From d6b2f46583961893b5740f3035a0d7d6dbb5eebf Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: wandyezj Date: Sun, 29 Sep 2024 11:14:30 -0700 Subject: [PATCH 6/7] Create instant-pot-goodles.md --- docs/_recipes/instant-pot-goodles.md | 27 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 27 insertions(+) create mode 100644 docs/_recipes/instant-pot-goodles.md diff --git a/docs/_recipes/instant-pot-goodles.md b/docs/_recipes/instant-pot-goodles.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..ffb19f2 --- /dev/null +++ b/docs/_recipes/instant-pot-goodles.md @@ -0,0 +1,27 @@ +--- +--- + +# Instant Pot Goodles + +## Ingredients + +- 1 (6 oz) box of goodles macaroni and cheese +- 1.5 cups of water (0.5 cups per oz) + +## Equipment + +- Instant Pot +- Measuring Cup + + +## Directions + +1. Open box of goodles, take out cheese packet, dump noodles in instant pot. +1. Add 1.5 cups of water to instant pot. (the box is 6 oz) +1. Combine pasta and water in instant pot (stir around, make sure pasta is covered) +1. Cook on high pressure for 2 minutes +1. Instantly release the pressure, when done, remove lid. +1. Remove a few tablespoons of liquid (don't drain entirely!) +1. Add cheese powder +1. Stir to combine +1. Serve \ No newline at end of file From 64a09c15cd466d204c0c7bbba8360594d747f600 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: wandyezj Date: Sun, 29 Sep 2024 11:14:37 -0700 Subject: [PATCH 7/7] Create 2024-09-29-sindustry.md --- docs/_posts/2024-09-29-sindustry.md | 54 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 54 insertions(+) create mode 100644 docs/_posts/2024-09-29-sindustry.md diff --git a/docs/_posts/2024-09-29-sindustry.md b/docs/_posts/2024-09-29-sindustry.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..2737546 --- /dev/null +++ b/docs/_posts/2024-09-29-sindustry.md @@ -0,0 +1,54 @@ +--- +layout: post +title: "Sindustry" +date: 2024-09-29 00:00:00 -0700 +tags: philosophy +--- + +_Sindustries_ - industries that fulfill peoples 'sinful' desires. + +## What are sinful desires? + +> Each culture has its own interpretation of what it means to commit a sin. [^wikipedia-sin] + +What constitutes a sin is subjective and open to interpretation. + +That said: + +> No society can be stable unless there is a basic core of value judgments that are unthinkably accepted by the bulk of its members [^capitalism-and-freedom] + +This means that while subjective, in most societies there are some behaviors, that while potentially tolerated are seen as something society would be better minimizing. + +Generally sins are considered behaviors that are considered immoral, selfish, shameful, harmful, or alienating [^wikipedia-sin] + +## The Business of Sin + +As with anything people desire, there are always those willing to fulfill that desire for personal gain. + +In our modern society, advances in technology allow the creation of massive organizations that fulfill peoples desires at scale - including desires considered _sins_ for profit. I'll refer to these businesses as _Sindustries_. + +I'll name a few legalized businesses so we can be more specific in our discussion of what industries might be considered _sindustries_. + +The use of Tobacco, Alcohol, Marijuana and Gambling, are generally considered harmful for the health of individual users and those around. The effects of Tobacco[^tobacco-wikipedia], Alcohol[^alcohol-lancet] [^alcohol-medrixiv], Marijuana [^marijuana-wikipedia], and Gambling [^gambling-wikipedia] are well documented. + + +The incentive system for the industry is to encourage the 'sinful' behavior because it is profitable. All of these industries advertise on: packaging, billboards, TV commercials, and online ads to glamorize the behavior often with celebrity endorsement. It's an interesting contradiction, public health officials attempt to minimize the sinful behavior while industry is actively encouraging it. + + + + + + +[^wikipedia-sin]: [Sin on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sin) + +[^capitalism-and-freedom]: Friedman, Milton, and Rose D. Friedman. 1962. Capitalism and Freedom. 40th Anniversary edition. Chicago: University of Chicago Press. + +[^tobacco-wikipedia]: [Tobacco health effects on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tobacco#Health_effects) _According to the World Health Organization, tobacco is the single greatest cause of preventable death globally._ _In children, exposure to secondhand tobacco smoke is associated with a higher incidence and severity of respiratory illnesses, middle ear disease, and asthma attacks._ + +[^alcohol-lancet]: Bryazka, Dana, Marissa B. Reitsma, Max G. Griswold, Kalkidan Hassen Abate, Cristiana Abbafati, Mohsen Abbasi-Kangevari, Zeinab Abbasi-Kangevari et al. "Population-level risks of alcohol consumption by amount, geography, age, sex, and year: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2020." The Lancet 400, no. 10347 (2022): 185-235. _Alcohol consumption at any level is associated with health loss from several diseases, including liver cirrhosis, breast cancer, and tuberculosis, as well as injuries._ + +[^alcohol-medrixiv]: Topiwala, Anya, Klaus P. Ebmeier, Thomas Maullin-Sapey, and Thomas E. Nichols. "No safe level of alcohol consumption for brain health: observational cohort study of 25,378 UK Biobank participants." MedRxiv (2021): 2021-05. _No safe dose of alcohol for the brain was found. Moderate consumption is associated with more widespread adverse effects on the brain than previously recognised._ + +[^marijuana-wikipedia]: [Marijuana Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/marijuana) + +[^gambling-wikipedia]: [Gambing on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gambling#Negative_consequences) \ No newline at end of file