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by gnopgnip 7y ago
> We can and must design the next round of insurance reforms with patients as a priority. With low deductibles that actually facilitate the consumption of care, our health care system can directly benefit the well-being of low- and middl
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by gnopgnip 7y ago
Generally you have all your check bags with you when going through customs.
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by gnopgnip 7y ago
The phone number is not used for individual account security, it is there to increase the cost of creating accounts in most cases. For services like gmail, this is an important step in cutting down on spam In Amazon's case, the real se
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by gnopgnip 7y ago
You can look at the proliferation of antiques for examples of this. Arguably many antiques are more fragile than a computer, and exist over a hundred years later in excellent condition either through careful planning or neglect and luck.
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by gnopgnip 7y ago
Steel performs more poorly than you would expect in a fire
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by gnopgnip 7y ago
A few state laws on ADU have changed recently, the lot size limits are no longer legal and you can build 600sq ft adu on sub 5000 sq ft lots now
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by gnopgnip 7y ago
With a condo you own the walls in, and everyone collectively owns the exterior and other common areas. It is up to the owners as a group to decide what is allowed in the common area. You can generally bore a hole in the roof or walls for a
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by gnopgnip 7y ago
Bonuses are discretionary, or based on future performance
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by gnopgnip 7y ago
The total cost is lower in Vietnam, partly due to environmental concerns, labor cost, taxes, permitting.
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by gnopgnip 7y ago
Wood/biomass gasifiers were used during WW2 when gas was rationed in some areas. So they are practical, but with the current price of oil/gas I would not expect it is commercially viable. Wood is not the only source though, and th
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by gnopgnip 7y ago
Amazon offers lockboxes for condos and apartments called amazon hub, it is on the order of $10k upfront for a 100 unit building, no ongoing cost.
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by gnopgnip 7y ago
Most law firms will be limited liability partnerships these days, and will have professional liability insurance.
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by gnopgnip 7y ago
What are the charges on internet in SF? The ITFA(internet tax freedom act) banned taxes or fees on internet service.
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by gnopgnip 7y ago
How does a respectful dating site make money if they don't charge consumers?
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by gnopgnip 7y ago
What are the advantages of a yurt over a pole barn or mobile/manufactured home?
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by gnopgnip 7y ago
Nearly a quarter of US residents are on medicaid, and have free healthcare. Medical bankruptcy was a big problem, but under the ACA the yearly out of pocket max has all but eliminated these.
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by gnopgnip 7y ago
Internet radio has figured this out, mechanical licensing. What is stopping netflix from lobbying and campaigning for something similar?
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by gnopgnip 7y ago
It doesn't matter, the person or company publishing the work is ultimately liable for any infringement. If the company lost a lawsuit for infringement they may be able to pursue whoever they licensed the images from
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by gnopgnip 7y ago
Many industries are competitive, there is a limited pool of people to hire. If you pay a little more you get lower turnover, and you end up with more experienced and more skilled employees than your competition.
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by gnopgnip 7y ago
How does palantir fit into this
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by gnopgnip 7y ago
How are you measuring the hours exactly? Just time when a passenger is in the car? Time on the way to pick up the passenger until you drop them off? All the time logged in and looking for a rides? How do you factor in the car related expens
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by gnopgnip 7y ago
Many who make millions are risky and lose it all, or more. How many of them are net positive over more than a year?
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by gnopgnip 7y ago
The alternative can be even worse though. Even well maintained coal and natural gas plants pollute more, and are responsible for more deaths than the worst case of nuclear power
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by gnopgnip 7y ago
This is explicitly legal in Atlantic city as a result of a lawsuit, Uston v. Resorts International Hotel. In all other areas the casinos can kick you out except for a few legally prohibited reasons like race.
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by gnopgnip 7y ago
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rohrabacher–Farr_amendment It was passed in 2014, and in 2016 case law was set including a complete prohibition on prosecution.
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by gnopgnip 7y ago
It can be changed when the omnibus spending bill is renewed, by congress. Not really at any time.
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The omnibus bill has effectively legallized medical marijuana in states where it is legal at the federal level, by prohibiting interference with state medical marijuana laws including a complete prohibition on prosecution. This is federal l
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by gnopgnip 7y ago
If you have no desire to be social you would most likely not buy the internet connected and subscription bundled spin bike, and get a much cheaper bike without those features. Or by a better quality one with a power meter for less money.
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by gnopgnip 7y ago
A spin bike is not really the same thing as a bike on a trainer because of the social aspect, and the classes. And the cost of a Peloton and the subscription is less than traditional spin classes. I am surprised that people are willing to s
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by gnopgnip 7y ago
It is about equal opportunity, not equal outcome

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