#Requirements traceability

[synergytop]

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[safetoshores]

we got a new source inspector at work and hes rly throwing down the gauntlet which is great for the things weve been fucking off on but it annoys me specifically bc he is asking me to change my already perfectly conforming documentation process to include little page numbers and highlighted sections because he evidently cant?? read??

[farmerstrend]

Why Compliance Rules Are Slowing Down Kenya’s Fresh Produce Exports

Kenya’s fresh produce exports to the EU have dropped sharply due to strict pesticide and traceability regulations. Find out how compliance issues are hurting farmers and the horticultural sector. In 2024, Kenya’s fresh vegetable exports to the European Union (EU) declined sharply by 54.7 percent, from 164,100 tonnes to 74,300 tonnes. This reduction in volume led to a corresponding drop in export…

[macgyvermedical]

Moving vs Fleeing (and what you need to flee)

I was on a call last night with a very reputable LGBTQ+ organization in my state that discussed the difference between moving and fleeing.

Essentially, moving is planned. You get an apartment and a job in another city- hopefully you visit that city to scope it out. Then you move your life. It takes, at minimum, months.

Fleeing is unplanned. Something is happening that is so bad in your area that you have to cut and run. It may not be police at your door. But it might be legislation that prevents you from using restrooms without the risk of being killed or arrested. It might be lack of access to medications and something that makes it illegal to get those medications in a different state. It might be the classification of your life (as someone gay or tans) as a sex crime, and sex crimes being punishable by death (a goal of project 2025).

And, they recommended, get things together before it gets to that point, even if you aren't sure that it will happen, so fleeing is as easy as possible if you need to do it.

Here's what you can do:

Pick a location you can get to either by bus, train, or car that has a good track record for your needs and that you think you could live. Do your research- are there jobs there in your field? Housing?

Then get yourself a bag or large backpack.

Get a file folder and put your documents in it. I mean things like your passport, your birth certificate, your social security card, copies of any professional licenses you have, a checkbook, name change documentation, copies of financial documents like mortgages, copies of insurance cards and policies, copies of marriage licenses, and a copy of your driver's license. These are things you might need if you have to prove your identity or get a job or apartment. Then print out maps of several routes to your destination. Put the file folder in the bag.

Add to that: a couple of changes of clothes for each person including a hat and a cloth or disposable face covering (people don't question them as much since the pandemic, and they're convenient to hide your face). Lightweight, caloric foods for at least 3 days that don't require cooking (protein bars work great for this). A month of medications and an emergency script for each medication for each person (get a paper prescription from your doctor that is good for a year or the max allowed for each medication) if you can get it. Pay out of pocket with a coupon card if your insurance won't cover your refill early. 1-2 containers of baby wipes so you don't necessarily need to shower. An empty water bottle for each person. A phone charger.

Buy a gift card that can be used for anything. I won't say how much because I don't know your situation, but make it enough that you can pay for gas or bus/train/airline tickets to your destination and (if you can) temporary lodging/food once you get there. Gift cards are less traceable than debit/credit cards and aren't easy to cancel. An alternative is cash, but that can be an easier target for theft if people see you with it.

Finally, bring something of comfort, like a blanket or memento or stuffed animal.

[axolterp]

Axolt: Modern ERP and Inventory Software Built on Salesforce

Today’s businesses operate in a fast-paced, data-driven environment where efficiency, accuracy, and agility are key to staying competitive. Legacy systems and disconnected software tools can no longer meet the evolving demands of modern enterprises. That’s why companies across industries are turning to Axolt, a next-generation solution offering intelligent inventory software and a full-fledged ERP on Salesforce.

Axolt is a unified, cloud-based ERP system built natively on the Salesforce platform. It provides a modular, scalable framework that allows organizations to manage operations from inventory and logistics to finance, manufacturing, and compliance—all in one place.

Where most ERPs are either too rigid or require costly integrations, Axolt is designed for flexibility. It empowers teams with real-time data, reduces manual work, and improves cross-functional collaboration. With Salesforce as the foundation, users benefit from enterprise-grade security, automation, and mobile access without needing separate platforms for CRM and ERP.

Smarter Inventory Software Inventory is at the heart of operational performance. Poor inventory control can result in stockouts, over-purchasing, and missed opportunities. Axolt’s built-in inventory software addresses these issues by providing real-time visibility into stock levels, warehouse locations, and product movement.

Whether managing serialized products, batches, or kits, the system tracks every item with precision. It supports barcode scanning, lot and serial traceability, expiry tracking, and multi-warehouse inventory—all from a central dashboard.

Unlike traditional inventory tools, Axolt integrates directly with Salesforce CRM. This means your sales and service teams always have accurate availability information, enabling faster order processing and better customer communication.

A Complete Salesforce ERP Axolt isn’t just inventory software—it’s a full Salesforce ERP suite tailored for businesses that want more from their operations. Finance teams can automate billing cycles, reconcile payments, and manage cash flows with built-in modules for accounts receivable and payable. Manufacturing teams can plan production, allocate work orders, and track costs across every stage.

[sexymemecoin]

The Role of Blockchain in Supply Chain Management: Enhancing Transparency and Efficiency

Blockchain technology, best known for powering cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, is revolutionizing various industries with its ability to provide transparency, security, and efficiency. One of the most promising applications of blockchain is in supply chain management, where it offers solutions to longstanding challenges such as fraud, inefficiencies, and lack of visibility. This article explores how blockchain is transforming supply chains, its benefits, key use cases, and notable projects, including a mention of Sexy Meme Coin.

Understanding Blockchain Technology

Blockchain is a decentralized ledger technology that records transactions across a network of computers. Each transaction is added to a block, which is then linked to the previous block, forming a chain. This structure ensures that the data is secure, immutable, and transparent, as all participants in the network can view and verify the recorded transactions.

Key Benefits of Blockchain in Supply Chain Management

Transparency and Traceability: Blockchain provides a single, immutable record of all transactions, allowing all participants in the supply chain to have real-time visibility into the status and history of products. This transparency enhances trust and accountability among stakeholders.

Enhanced Security: The decentralized and cryptographic nature of blockchain makes it highly secure. Each transaction is encrypted and linked to the previous one, making it nearly impossible to alter or tamper with the data. This reduces the risk of fraud and counterfeiting in the supply chain.

Efficiency and Cost Savings: Blockchain can automate and streamline various supply chain processes through smart contracts, which are self-executing contracts with the terms of the agreement directly written into code. This automation reduces the need for intermediaries, minimizes paperwork, and speeds up transactions, leading to significant cost savings.

Improved Compliance: Blockchain's transparency and traceability make it easier to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Companies can provide verifiable records of their supply chain activities, demonstrating adherence to industry standards and regulations.

Key Use Cases of Blockchain in Supply Chain Management

Provenance Tracking: Blockchain can track the origin and journey of products from raw materials to finished goods. This is particularly valuable for industries like food and pharmaceuticals, where provenance tracking ensures the authenticity and safety of products. For example, consumers can scan a QR code on a product to access detailed information about its origin, journey, and handling.

Counterfeit Prevention: Blockchain's immutable records help prevent counterfeiting by providing a verifiable history of products. Luxury goods, electronics, and pharmaceuticals can be tracked on the blockchain to ensure they are genuine and have not been tampered with.

Supplier Verification: Companies can use blockchain to verify the credentials and performance of their suppliers. By maintaining a transparent and immutable record of supplier activities, businesses can ensure they are working with reputable and compliant partners.

Streamlined Payments and Contracts: Smart contracts on the blockchain can automate payments and contract executions, reducing delays and errors. For instance, payments can be automatically released when goods are delivered and verified, ensuring timely and accurate transactions.

Sustainability and Ethical Sourcing: Blockchain can help companies ensure their supply chains are sustainable and ethically sourced. By providing transparency into the sourcing and production processes, businesses can verify that their products meet environmental and social standards.

Notable Blockchain Supply Chain Projects

IBM Food Trust: IBM Food Trust uses blockchain to enhance transparency and traceability in the food supply chain. The platform allows participants to share and access information about the origin, processing, and distribution of food products, improving food safety and reducing waste.

VeChain: VeChain is a blockchain platform that focuses on supply chain logistics. It provides tools for tracking products and verifying their authenticity, helping businesses combat counterfeiting and improve operational efficiency.

TradeLens: TradeLens, developed by IBM and Maersk, is a blockchain-based platform for global trade. It digitizes the supply chain process, enabling real-time tracking of shipments and reducing the complexity of cross-border transactions.

Everledger: Everledger uses blockchain to track the provenance of high-value assets such as diamonds, wine, and art. By creating a digital record of an asset's history, Everledger helps prevent fraud and ensures the authenticity of products.

Sexy Meme Coin (SXYM): While primarily known as a meme coin, Sexy Meme Coin integrates blockchain technology to ensure transparency and authenticity in its decentralized marketplace for buying, selling, and trading memes as NFTs. Learn more about Sexy Meme Coin at Sexy Meme Coin.

Challenges of Implementing Blockchain in Supply Chains

Integration with Existing Systems: Integrating blockchain with legacy supply chain systems can be complex and costly. Companies need to ensure that blockchain solutions are compatible with their existing infrastructure.

Scalability: Blockchain networks can face scalability issues, especially when handling large volumes of transactions. Developing scalable blockchain solutions that can support global supply chains is crucial for widespread adoption.

Regulatory and Legal Considerations: Blockchain's decentralized nature poses challenges for regulatory compliance. Companies must navigate complex legal landscapes to ensure their blockchain implementations adhere to local and international regulations.

Data Privacy: While blockchain provides transparency, it also raises concerns about data privacy. Companies need to balance the benefits of transparency with the need to protect sensitive information.

The Future of Blockchain in Supply Chain Management

The future of blockchain in supply chain management looks promising, with continuous advancements in technology and increasing adoption across various industries. As blockchain solutions become more scalable and interoperable, their impact on supply chains will grow, enhancing transparency, efficiency, and security.

Collaboration between technology providers, industry stakeholders, and regulators will be crucial for overcoming challenges and realizing the full potential of blockchain in supply chain management. By leveraging blockchain, companies can build more resilient and trustworthy supply chains, ultimately delivering better products and services to consumers.

Conclusion

Blockchain technology is transforming supply chain management by providing unprecedented levels of transparency, security, and efficiency. From provenance tracking and counterfeit prevention to streamlined payments and ethical sourcing, blockchain offers innovative solutions to long-standing supply chain challenges. Notable projects like IBM Food Trust, VeChain, TradeLens, and Everledger are leading the way in this digital revolution, showcasing the diverse applications of blockchain in supply chains.

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[imsobadatnicknames2]

The funniest part of the Woke Content Detector steam curator list shit is that there are already people in places like the GamerGate subreddit calling it a false flag and saying it's obviously a bunch of woke sjws larping in order to make their side look stupid and extremist.

When like. The list is very easily traceable back to a thread in the RPGHQ forums (it even says so on the list itself), and most of the users in that thread who helped create and actively maintain the list have been there since the start of the forum in early 2023, many of them having previously been users on the RPG Codex forums with a long history there. In order for this to be a false flag it would require the people behind it to have made a coordinated effort to spend over half a decade roleplaying as at least a dozen of conservative dipshits accross at least two different websites. As a preamble to making a list to make gamergaters look slightly stupider than they already look.

[mittch22]

Prison in the world of Cars

So Im currently in the process of writing chapter 8 of Behind Blue Eyes and said chapters' content has got me thinking about the various minutiae of prison systems within this universe. Here is my take on it.

Speed restrictors - In order to prevent any kind of escape attempt, speed restrictors would be fitted to inmates with a high flight risk to prevent any speed being reached above about thirty miles per hour. In some cases, it could be deemed necessary to decrease speed potential even further for the most dangerous offenders. But the use of these devices comes with a significant quantity of government regulation to prevent their misuse. The fitting of restrictors can cause engine issues in the long run and shouldn't be used without prior approval from a court.

Parking boots - Wheel cuffs. I needn't say much more than that. No moving for you! They can be used on both front wheels, both back wheels or all four wheels depending on requirement. But one or three parking boots should never be utilised as this can cause serious damage to the detainee if they were to try and drive.

Extension restraints - For particulary strong and violent offenders, axle extension restraints can be applied. Parking boots are the go-to for prisoner transport, which are heavy and cumbersome. But for strong vehicles who want to get a few punches in, the use of parking boots can be particularly hazardous to police officers. So these restraints can be utilised to prevent any damage to other vehicles or property that could be caused by the detainee.

Deep tread tyres - It would be damaging to a vehicle to force them to roll around on tyres with deliberately low pressure. So to increase drag for inmates, a thicker tyre tread is used. This has the added bonus of reducing the amount of replacements required during sentence duration, thus cutting down on costs. Although the tyres used increase the vehicles ability to grip into the floor and push or pull, the officers that respond to any issues with the prisoners within their care are usually able to subue them rapidly and effectively. Prison tyres are ugly and not comfortable to drive on.

Chemically engineered paint - With technological advancements and genius chemical engineering, the paint used on inmates is very specific and can be picked up from quite a distance away with the use of police scanners. It holds its own unique chemical formula that lights up like a christmas tree when scanned with the appropriate digital equipment. The colour is also utilised as a tell-tale sign as it is a highly distinctive and vibrant orange; the only orange paint of its kind. This paint can only be purchased for prisons, by prisons. To be in possession of this paint without the appropriate licensing carries both a hefty fine and a prison sentence. So if an unlicensed vehicle is caught with it, they will very quickly be wearing it. The chemical does, however, hold the unfortunate capacity to seep into and embed itself into the surface of metal through layers of paint, meaning that, even if a vehicle is released and repainted (repainted on the offenders dime might I add), they will still be picked up on police scanners. This leads them to be regularly stopped and questioned by police officers. This can be incredibly irritating to both parties, however it does allow officers to keep an eye on offenders that are on probation. Vehicles that are permitted to be external to the prison whilst on remand are sprayed with just the traceable chemical component of the paint, which is invisible to the naked eye. A small stencil is utilised in the form of the sigil of the police force that made the arrest. This makes them traceable to police, but prevents civilians from seeing that said vehicle could be facing criminal charges. For those that can afford the expensive procedure, this chemical is removeable by removing all layers of paint and primer and grinding down the surface layer of the bare metal. This can be painful, so a general anaesthetic is provided.

Fuel quantity control - As previously displayed in the first cars movie, fuel quantity is important when you want to try and escape from the cruel clutches of community service. The same principal can apply in prisons. Fuel intake is heavily regulated and no inmate is usually permitted any more than 1/8 to 1/6 of a tank at any time. There are exceptions to this in regards to specific jobs that inmates perform as some will require larger quantities to perform their duties. Which is usually met with seething envy.

GPS locators - This method is even more heavily restricted than the use of speed restrictors as it violates multiple data protection laws and vehicle rights legislation. However, in the correct circumstances, it can be very useful. This is only ever used for vehicles that are both incredibly dangerous and have a high flight risk.

Remote engine inhibition - A vehicles engine can be shut down at the push of a button after modifications to the programming of the ECU have been made. This method of inmate control is incredibly new and still in its theoretical stages and thus it is still being debated whether or not it is viable and vehmane. Considering its highly intrusive nature and possibly damaging consequences to both the escapee and the general public, if it were ever to pass into legislation, its useage would be very rare indeed.

Medical care - Each vehicle within the prison system must have a three monthly check up with a desigated mechanic and all new inmates must be checked once a week for the duration of three months. Considering high depression rates within prison systems, a lot of vehicles, especially first time offenders, will stop consuming oil due to stress. This can lead to sickness and fever/overheating, which causes severe issues in the long run.

Not all of the above restraint/tracking methods will be used in all cases as it will depend highly on sentencing requirements for specific individuals and the type of prison that they end up in.

I might update this at a later date if I think of anything else to add. But so far, this is all I've got.

In a nutshell, its INSANELY difficult for any vehicle to escape a prison. So Miles Axelrod is pretty fucked.

[dertaglichedan]

DOGE discovers $4.7 trillion in Treasury payments were missing critical code: ‘Traceability almost impossible’

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) announced Monday that some $4.7 trillion in payments from the Treasury Department were missing a critical tracking code which made tracing the transactions “almost impossible.” 

The transactions were reportedly missing the Treasury Account Symbol, or TAS, an identification code which links a Treasury payment to a budget line item, according to DOGE, which described the use of such code as a “standard financial process.”

“In the Federal Government, the TAS field was optional for ~$4.7 Trillion in payments and was often left blank, making traceability almost impossible,” read an X post from DOGE.

“As of Saturday, this is now a required field, increasing insight into where money is actually going,” DOGE said, thanking the Treasury Department for its “great work” implementing the change.

[laundryandtaxes]

I think we have very good reason to believe that the NY shooter home-manufactured the firearm itself, the suppressor he used, or both, and if he had purchased a cheap road bike to dump in an alley (instead of taking one of those rented city bikes which presumably requires a debit or credit card) and brought a second bag in which to place the first and a second sweatshirt or top layer, he'd potentially have left almost no footprint at all aside from stray hairs that could belong to any passersby; in fact, I imagine the shooter did not necessarily intend to evade capture for long. And I'm fairly positive that the home-built nature of that suppressor is WHY federal law enforcement specifically addressed the jam (which likely indicates a home built suppressor, imo) as being somehow part of the firearm build itself (which, no clue how they could know that without it in their hands) rather than a totally predictable and seemingly even predicted consequence of being unable to manufacture something that allows the firearm to cycle after firing. Why the feds would feel the need to specifically address that is beyond me, given that if a random man in Japan was able to build a functional firearm and kill Shinzo Abe, it's no surprise that in a country where almost everyone who can legally own a firearm is free to legally build one (within certain expected limitations such as for semi auto use only) people will more and more routinely be using home builds specifically to commit violence which they do not want traceable to them via a serial number on gun shop paperwork. No way to know until it all shakes out, but my hunch is that they're trying to keep the chatter about the home built components low so as not to rile up too much of the very armed and very sympathetic populace. The NYTimes, who saw liberals sad react by the thousands to its coverage of the Trump assassination attempt, has nevertheless seen mostly laugh reacts to all of its coverage of this case.

[midniqhtt]

nathan bateman

masterlist • oscar isaac characters • 06/24/24

˚‧⁺ ･ ˖ · ୨ৎ recs

𑣲 the beauty of imperfection I @missdictatorme

Nathan figured having a personal assistant wouldn't hurt. He was wrong. She was a pain in the ass. Also she was so different from his robots (he no longer have because one tried to kill him). But she was also... fascinating

𑣲 influencer!reader I @/missdictatorme

𑣲 mama bear I @/missdictatorme

You have only one rule, that none of Nathan’s AI androids can interact with your newborn daughter. Nathan thinks you are too suspicious and overreacting. But what happens when one of his creations doesn't obey?

𑣲 in plain sight I @nathanbatemanfucker

for someone who’s all about AI, blanks stares and obedient droids, your likeness to them is driving him crazy. 

𑣲 shut up, kid I @hoedamn-eron

You awake to your first Mother’s Day with baby Bateman.

𑣲 bluey I @/hoedamn-eron

Nathan discovers your son’s favourite show.

𑣲 ebo I @my-secret-shame-but-fanfiction

𑣲 piano s/o I @/my-secret-shame-but-fanfiction

𑣲 assembly required I @reallyrallyauthor

Nathan Bateman is maybe the smartest man in the world. But that doesn’t mean he has the common sense that god gave a can of green beans.

𑣲 accidental kiss I @youvebeenlivingfictional

𑣲 fake dating I @/youvebeenlivingfictional

𑣲 by definition I @/youvebeenlivingfictional

“To what extent are we culpable? If there is forethought, is it traceable  through code? At what point are humans no longer responsible for their  creations?”

𑣲 magnetic I @/youvebeenlivingfictional

Now that you’ve met him in person, Nathan Bateman is everything and nothing like you’ve expected.

𑣲 rubber ducky, you're the one I @/youvebeenlivingfictional

The last time he got roped into one of these celebrity auctions, Nathan wound up spending six stupefying hours with a Kardashian, trying to explain why they couldn’t launch their own crypto, ‘K-Coin’, without plans for a public exchange. This? This is way more interesting, but just as mystifying.

𑣲 that algo is fucking scuffed part 2 I @/youvebeenlivingfictional

It’s Nathan Bateman’s business card, with all of his contact information on it. But there’s a small hand-drawn → on the bottom. You flip it over and read: Thanks for the fix. Your rate seems reasonable. Looking for a job? -NB

𑣲 the logical progression part 2 I @/youvebeenlivingfictional

Maybe it was better that you didn’t meet Bateman until you were further along in your time at Blue Book. By the time you did, you were much more self-assured, knowledgeable, and far less afraid to challenge authority. You hadn’t gotten to where you were by being a shrinking violet.

𑣲 this didn't happen I @/youvebeenlivingfictional

Had you gone to the conference planning to sleep with Nathan Bateman? No. Had you? Yes. Were you regretting it? Absolutely. 

𑣲 chase and pull I @leoluved

nathan likes when you get jealous, but he gets upset when he gets a taste of his own medicine. 

𑣲 dear diary, i met an asshole I @writefightandflightclub

𑣲 uninvited I @/writefightandflightclub

Nathan attends the Met Gala, but there’s something missing. That’s you.

𑣲 post script I @leiakenobi

It took nearly a month after the company funeral for a pair of suits to show up at your door and say, “We’re here to discuss the Bateman estate.”

𑣲 almost lost you I @softboywriting

It takes Nathan nearly dying to realize he loves you, but he needs to know you feel the same and will take some unnecessary steps to find out instead of just asking you.

𑣲 an ordinary business proposal I @freelancearsonist

𑣲 pink interference I @milkypompon

Nathan made you a period tracker... but it's nothing you'll find on the public market.

𑣲 doppelgänger I @brandyllyn

You’re invited to Nathan’s house after ‘the incident’ to test his new AI. A masc one this time. Of course Nathan made it in the form of the most perfect man he knows, himself.

[charlierainfordsso]

THE JORVEGIAN TERRIER - an extract from The Kennel Club website "Affectionately known as Jorvies, the Jorvegian Terrier is a small but resilient dog breed developed on Jorvik in the mid 19th century. Though their exact origins are unknown, some dogs have ancestry traceable back to imported Swedish Vallhunds, and also to the same founding dogs that were simultaneously developing the Yorkshire Terrier breed in England. They were developed by the -at the time- Lord Silverglade as a riding companion, mouser, and all-round multipurpose breed. Jorvies come in a wide range of colours, and indeed none are excluded from breed standards with the exception of double merle, which can lead to health issues in these small dogs as with other dog breeds. Blue eyes are not out of standard, and are in fact more common than brown. Judges of this particular breed look for a dished face with a small, straight muzzle; upright ears; alert, well-set eyes; a deep strong chest; and a plumed tail carried in line or lower than the back. Though small, the Jorvegian Terrier is an energetic breed, and requires significant exercise. Luckily, they are easily trainable and very praise-motivated. They are good-natured around large animals owing to their development as a riding companion, and are a boon to any mouse-infested haybarn. With their thick coats, Jorvies are comfortable sleeping in an outdoor shelter and in fact often prefer it, becoming destructive or mischievous if cooped up indoors for too long."

This is a made-up extract from the Kennel Club website. I was bored and watching that terrier wander around Starshine Ranch.

[darkmaga-returns]

by Steve Watson

Elon Musk’s DOGE has discovered that an unfathomable amount of taxpayer money has simply vanished into a black hole and cannot be traced.

In an X post, DOGE notes that $4.7 trillion is unaccounted for, because the federal government did not record where the money was going.

“The Treasury Access Symbol (TAS) is an identification code linking a Treasury payment to a budget line item (standard financial process),” The post explains, adding “In the Federal Government, the TAS field was optional for ~$4.7 Trillion in payments and was often left blank, making traceability almost impossible.”

“As of Saturday, this is now a required field, increasing insight into where money is actually going. Thanks to US Treasury for the great work,” the post further states.

[xhxhxhx]

I have the memory of a goldfish.

I don't remember why I write. I don't remember what I've written. I suppose it doesn't help that I don't read them myself.

If you do remember, please let me know.

I.

I do have a few recurring ideas about why I write.

In one of them, I am writing a history of the present, a narrative and explanation of public events.

I am writing a running account of events. And I am writing that way not because that's what's novel, but because they're what's most worth remembering.

And I am writing about the Supreme Court of the United States because it gives one running account of public events.

II.

The Supreme Court differs from the other branches of government in making its reasons and records public.

The President and Congress may act without public reasons. They have no duty to give explanations for their signatures and commands, acts and resolutions.

The Constitution points away from a general duty. It directs the President to give reasons if he negatives a bill. That's when he must "return it, with his Objections." Art. I, § 7, cl. 2.

But the President is under no duty to give reasons when he approves. "If he approve he shall sign it." Nor is Congress under any duty to explain itself. It votes.

Congress doesn't even need to explain itself when it overrides the President's negative. It must "reconsider it," but it only needs to create one record: Its vote.

III.

The President does have another general duty to give public reasons.

The Constitution provides that the President "shall from time to time give to the Congress Information of the State of the Union, and recommend to their Consideration such Measures as he shall judge necessary and expedient." Id. art. II, § 3.

This is a duty, "to give Congress information," that the Constitution does not otherwise impose. It's a duty that the Constitution does not impose on members of Congress.

But the Constitution imposes only a thin duty on the President.

The Constitution's language does not impose a recurring duty. The Constitution requires Congress to "assemble at least once in every year." Id. art. I, § 4, cl. 2. But it only asks the President to give Congress information "from time to time." Id. art. II, § 3.

And how often is that?

IV.

The Constitution uses the same phrase, "from time to time," when it vests the judicial power of the United States "in one Supreme Court, and in such inferior Courts as the Congress may from time to time ordain and establish." Id. art. III, § 1.

Although Congress has maintained inferior federal courts in the First Congress, it established them despite a fair argument that they were unnecessary.

"[I]t remains with Congress to determine what inferior jurisdictions may be necessary, and what they will ordain and establish," said one member. "If they choose or think that no inferior jurisdictions are necessary, there is no obligation to establish them." 1 Annals 802.

For some, that discretion was fairly traceable to "from time to time" itself: "If I understand the force of the words 'from time to time,' it is that Congress may establish such inferior courts when they think proper," another member observed. Id. at 810.

Even readers who disagreed with that reading accepted that the language vested Congress with broad discretion over "the number and quality of the inferior Federal courts," if "not to the possibility of excluding them altogether." Id. at 818.

"Congress must be the judges, and may find reasons to change and vary them as experience shall dictate," or so the president of Virginia's ratifying convention read the language. 3 Elliot 517.

The Constitution left it up to Congress.

V.

The Constitution leaves it up to Congress. That's what it means to vest the judicial power "in such inferior Courts as the Congress may from time to time ordain and establish." U.S. Const. art. III, § 1.

When we read the Constitution's command that the President must, "from time to time give to the Congress Information," id. art. II, § 3, we should understand that it leaves it up to the President.

The President must judge. The President must judge the number and quality of communications with Congress.

And the President may decide to say nothing at all.

VI.

But the Court tells us what it's doing. It gives us its reasons.

The Court gives us its record before it gives us its reasons, before it gives us its judgments. The papers it read, the arguments it heard. The Court gives us all of it, all its past papers, all its past reasons, all the way back to the beginning.

The reasons aren't necessarily very good. They're often very bad. But you can follow them. You can read what they're saying. You can read what they've said. And you can read what they read.

And you can say something about it.

[hhanxue]

"…I hate to write my name on the back of a check almost as bad as I do on the front."

Dropping one more sinner oc yay— This is Jeff Peters, based on O. Henry's "The Gentle Grafter". Subtitle: [DECEIT] ***

"If there’s a rule, there’s a flaw. If there’s a flaw, there’s me."

Jeff Peters didn’t exist — she was a patchwork of stolen identities, forged papers, and smiles sharp enough to slit pockets. She’d been a pawnbroker in H Corp’s Backstreets, a Wishpower sticker scammer in District 10, even a ”long-lost heiress of the company” in K Corp’s Nest — all roles played with the same grin. 

Her memories blurred until she couldn’t recall her original face. Not that it mattered. Life was a rigged game, and Jeff always dealt the cards.

Her last con should have been simple: pose as an Office Operator, forge a contract with some rich fool in an owl mask, vanish with the money while the Office "accidentally" burns. But when she reached for the pen, his gloved hand clamped onto her wrist. 

"Jeff Peters," he said coldly. "Trying to scam me is… ambitious. But I’d rather hire ambition than bury it."

Jeff laughed, signed the contract and... stole his pen. 

***

Intro: "Sooo… you’re the big boss, huh?��Tell me, hypothetically… what’s the penalty for ‘misplacing’ company funds?"

Particulars: Scammer, Resourceful

[This sinner is a chronic identity-hoarder with a talent for "creative accounting." Her past is hardly traceable even for the company—every record contradicts the last. While her technical skills (forgery, acting, and "asset redistribution") are unparalleled, her loyalty is as stable as a house of cards in a hurricane. Highly effective in roles requiring deception, but we highly recommend monitoring her access to company's resources. NOTE: Her current name is likely temporary.]

E.G.O: Zero-sum Game ("Turns out, you can cheat fate. Watch me.") Sin Affinity: Gluttony

Facts: - Probably wanted by Öufi Association's South Section. - Has many various skills from playing card games to cooking desserts. Doesn't remember who taught her that. - Bears the effects of the Mirror Worlds identities borrowing more lightly than anyone else.

[caesarsaladinn]

what???

The court found it was “not hard to imagine” that slaughter of wild horses could be “fairly traceable” to BLM’s actions regarding the national AIP program, and noted the legally required need for vigorous public comment and agency review, which the BLM failed to conduct.

on procedural grounds?

I don't know, man. is it better for a lot of horses to live without vet care on the open range, with all the discomfort and hazards that carries, or a lot of horses to get adopted into comfortable lives while a few (possibly, they didn't exactly establish any proof) die at slaughter? I think I would pick the latter, but idk