I have a very different view of the desirable final outcome (basically freedom to ask for help to end one's life for any reason, so long as it's stated repeatedly over a period with nobody … (View Post)

It's a bit marginal in an otherwise free society. Businesses will stop accepting cash if the cost of doing so exceeds the benefits in terms of custom. I agree with you that they shouldn't b… (View Post)

I agree, but I'm more worried by people opting out of argument altogether, and either skipping the whole political process or opting for a vaguely sympathetic camp - the US elections are a good … (View Post)

Er, Anabob, it's quite something when I prefer Casino's arguments to yours. We get that you favour giving up cash, and think its use is silly. Some firms refuse to accept cash, and go witho… (View Post)

Arguably loos should simply be private booths - male public latrines are nearly always seedy, and seem rare in new buildings. If they were private, then the issue largely goes away - who cares who is… (View Post)