tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2552279879880539543.post3894116454387331961..comments2023-05-29T05:23:23.389-04:00Comments on Tim Stuhldreher: The plural of anecdote is ideologyTim Stuhldreherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00405090830214017595noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2552279879880539543.post-7007722405700955342013-10-18T11:58:50.503-04:002013-10-18T11:58:50.503-04:00OK, couple of questions -- not necessarily in defe...OK, couple of questions -- not necessarily in defense of the regs, but to play devil's advocate:<br /><br />1) If the long-distance trucker knew his route might push the 8-hour limit, whether simply because of distance or unforeseen traffic delay, why wouldn't he take a half-hour break well within the time limit, rather than hoping he'd make it home in 7.5 hours or less? Wouldn't it be prudent after at least after four or five hours to take a lunch and/or a potty break (save that Gatorade bottle for another trip)?<br /><br />2) Trust me, few lawns are pillowy. And a two- or three-foot fall can easily result in broken or badly sprained limbs, particularly for older, more frail individuals who might misjudge edge location in the dark, or for kids racing around not watching where they're going. Can't write a reg that waives a safety rule simply to allow for unobstructed views of wonderful scenery. Drink in the vista, then plop into the chair and discuss it from memory -- good mental exercise.<br /><br />3) The third one is kinda over the top. Like elementary schools' zero-tolerance policy that results in a kid being suspended for pointing his finger like a gun. Although, I can see why waterbeds and pools are prohibited. Wouldn't want some college kids horsing around near one with sharp objects, tripping and producing a couple hundred gallons of water rushing past electrical equipment and down a hall.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17731822375556350024noreply@blogger.com