Focusing on what may create the most uneasiness with merging tech and the human body, I like how this…

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Focusing on what may create the most uneasiness with merging tech and the human body, I like how this article returns to fundamental questions on knowledge and being. However, I don’t see why the author thinks transhumanism would “…result in decreasing respect for contemporary culture.” I’d be curious to read an argument for that though. The Transhumanist Delusion ... continue reading

If you’re in LA this Saturday (May 4) you should go to the LA Asian Pacific Film Fest to see, Advantageous…

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If you’re in LA this Saturday (May 4) you should go to the LA Asian Pacific Film Fest to see, Advantageous, (among some others). It’s a really interesting short film by +Jennifer Phang. It raises questions on identity and the role of women in the workforce. But if you’re not in LA, it’s accessible here: http://www.futurestates.tv/episodes/advantageous ... continue reading

These budget cuts are so off base. The PQ had other, better options. It just seems to go running into…

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These budget cuts are so off base. The PQ had other, better options. It just seems to go running into one thing after another without taking a careful enough assessment of each situation’s context. The party has not shown itself to be very wise with respect to most issues and they’ve strayed from many of their former principles. McGill may close 2 libraries in face of budget cuts – Montreal ̵ ... continue reading