I completely agree with you on the insanity of alternate energy, but I disagree on your 'reasonable expectation' position (and I don't quite understand the dig against public schools, but that doesn't matter). While there are specific charge stations for mobile devices, I don't think there is a reasonable expectation…

The 'public utilities' thought occurred to me as well, and I do think there is an argument to be made there. But while there seems to be a universal convention - across multiple cultures, nations and throughout time - that allows for public access to water (as an aside, even in tribal areas of Arabia where wells are…

There is a difference between the 'crime' and the 'punishment'. I'm not defending the punishment part, are you defending the crime?

Agreed. The punishment is ridiculous.

I have no idea what the outlet is for (likely for some grounds keeper's equipment, or at least something school related, and accounted for in the school budget). But government entities should not be in the business of supplying free power. Should someone be allowed to run an extension cord from that plug to their…

There is always a point where something goes from one preponderance to another (more black than white, more white than black) - even grey has it's mid-point :). Still I think the principle is correct, and is pretty black and white. The response may be insane and deserving of nuance, but shit still isn't free.

People shouldn't take things that are not theirs. You may not mind someone at work stole your pencil, but if they did it every day you'd want them fired.

Stuff isn't free. Simple as that.

While there is a Tenerife in Australia, it is just a suburb of Brisbane. I think from Stockholm is going to the Canary Islands…...

The issue regarding religious freedom is important, and seemingly very misunderstood here. The original settlers (1621) of Plymouth did, in fact, allow for religious freedom. It was the second generation (1650) who cracked down - even though there was little cause to do so (there wasn't a sudden influx of Buddhists,…

The 2.2 isn't a problem, but the CPU for it is. Early Chrysler electronics for engine mgmt were a NIGHTMARE.

"I'll believe that when my shit turns purple and smells like rainbow sherbet."

I hope 'Michael Ballaban' resides inside of him for quite some time.

#COTD. Always enjoy a nice Vapors reference.

I guess many people are sensitive to temperature, as I've heard this opinion a lot. I, on the other hand, have never used air conditioning even while living in Fort Worth, Texas and New Orleans. I find it more annoying to deal with the sudden change - stepping out of a cold car into 100+ degrees and vice-versa. But…

For those not aware of who Asterix is…..

This. This. This. I know it is better than the stupid 1 to 4 shift lock-out, but it is only there to appease government regulators.

My 2009 has this. While I kind of like the ambient lighting, it is kind of stupid to choose the colors. In fact I don't think I've changed the colors in three years….

I am disappointed to learn this function only adjusts the passenger seat.