Category Archives: Consumer boycott

My hunt for currants and “marijuana”

My shopping life has twice been punctuated by currants. Decades ago, I was committed to make scones for my cousin Ben’s bar mitzvah celebratory lunch. Nowadays, I’d say the hell with it and use raisins but then I was going … Continue reading

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The supply chain crisis and the day to day reality of truckers

Goodness me. Today, after my romantic reflections on trucking a few weeks ago, the New York Times has advanced the story. Twice. This is one of those moments when I wish I was occasionally possessed by a swollen amour propre … Continue reading

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Yes, robocalls are a pain in the ass but, gee

From Harper’s Weekly Review: A hiker lost on Colorado’s Mount Elbert ignored calls from rescuers because he did not recognize the phone number.

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