No one seems to be writing opinion pieces quite the way I would, so I decided to do it myself.

The name? Taverns are places where one goes to discuss the interesting events and things in the world, so this is my tavern.

I will offer my views on politics, economics, and whatever else strikes my fancy.
I will occasionally publish the entire article from another journal for purposes of causing discussion.

 

Mexico gets microchip for humans

Fort Worth Star-Telegram July 18, 2003

How many of you are familiar with the microchip that can be inserted under an animals' skin and provide proof of identity? Well, Mexicans who are afraid of kidnappers are now asking for it for themselves.

better yet, the company is developing a new version that can be tracked by satellite. Once that chip is under your skin, someone can check your location anywhere in the world 24 hours a day.

George Orwell would regret not having put that into 1984. It really is too good to be true. At least as a literary device. Otherwise - That is really scary.
posted by Richard at 12:24 PM