Patrick James
Writer / Former GOOD Managing Editor
We know that the military loves robots. And it's clear that they can teach us a lot about life. Just remember, they can't always be trusted:
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Facebook Doesn't Need Your Money; Invest in Africa Instead
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A Geodesic Dome Promises Fish from the Sky
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Debunking 'Green Living': Combatting Climate Change Requires Lifestyle Changes, Not Organic Products
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TED's Taboo: What's Too Controversial for the Hipster Confab?
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Pet Diaries: The Joint-Custody Dog Who Taught Me to Move On
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