I have been absolutly enthralled with the Floyd Landis hearing these last 7-8 days. I think USADA is about to get their head handed to them. Both sides have made errors from the start, but the truth in the science and numbers cannot be ignored. My favorite exchange is today when a USADA lawyer was cross examining a Landis scientist who was very sure of himself and his numbers and the lawyer made the mistake of asking him about a number being 6% off what it should be when the limit in the SOP was supposed to be 1%. The lawyer asked isnt 6% close to 1% and the scientist told him "No it is 600% away from 1%." This mentality by USADA and LNDD that little differences are "close to" the numbers they are supposed to be that and it is right because I say it is right will be the downfall of this case for USADA. Close doesnt count when you are analyzing and crunching the numbers. Small differences turn into large differences when you multiply or compound them.
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I have been hearing the phrase "carbon footprint" a lot lately in reference to the impact you have on the planet you live on. I think that is a funny phrase for something so serious. I think someone needs to set up a website where you can enter the details of your lifestyle and you will get a visual interpretation of your carbon footprint compared to other people and other organizations. Of course if you dont get your numbers right you will find yourself in an arbitration hearing discussing 6% with a smart scientist.
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We are taking care of the planet by recycling what we can, walking to work and getting as few plastic bags as we can when we shop.
When I look at all the people who don't recycle, have bunches of kids in disposable diapers and gas guzzling cars, I wonder if what we do makes a difference at all.
Dont forget your part in controlling the cat and possum population in your little corner of the neighborhood.
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