Published inReason in RevoltCapitalism is Dangerous for Your Mental HealthWhat if it’s not we who are sick, but an entire society that is incompatible with humanity’s social needs?Jan 10, 2019A response icon37Jan 10, 2019A response icon37
Published inReason in RevoltIn ‘Crazy Rich Asians,’ Asian America Forges its Own ShacklesThe message of this “racially inclusive” film reveals the limitations of Hollywood representation and respectability politics.Sep 11, 2018A response icon3Sep 11, 2018A response icon3
Published inReason in RevoltThe Capitalist AltruistThe case against “exploitation for social good”Jun 20, 2018A response icon2Jun 20, 2018A response icon2
Published inArtificial EmotionThe Company ManAll the single seats are taken; I grab one across from a sleeping passenger. The cabin is filled with a thick silence. The weekday evenings…Sep 14, 2017Sep 14, 2017
Published inProbably Approximately CorrectPolynomial Time and “Efficient” AlgorithmsWhy do computational theorists consider the set of “efficient” algorithms to be those that run in polynomial time? Why not some other…Jul 21, 2016Jul 21, 2016
Published inArtificial EmotionFollowing RousseauI was admiring the boutique from outside, contemplating entering the shop to pick up a pair of cordovans on display, when the dim…May 19, 2016May 19, 2016
Published inArtificial EmotionViolet-BlueI had just switched into mathematics, and had to stay an additional year to earn the degree. During this time, all my friends grew up and…Feb 27, 2016A response icon1Feb 27, 2016A response icon1
Published inArtificial EmotionBlack BoxThough I had never needed one before, I went out and bought an industrial-grade paper shredder just for the occasion. Sitting down on the…Jun 10, 2015Jun 10, 2015
Published inArtificial EmotionGladeside SketchHaving just stolen a morsel of salad and a sip of coffee from an unsuspecting student at the Free Speech Movement Cafe, I scurry along the…Jan 20, 2015Jan 20, 2015
Published inArtificial EmotionRainy Days in BerkeleyPit, pat. Pit, pat. Splish, splosh. Pit, pat.Dec 7, 2014Dec 7, 2014
