Scott Schlimmer
Living in Arlington, VA
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On AC since: 10.01.06
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Keep thinking big and advancing the world's knowledge!
Keep thinking big and advancing the world's knowledge!
Education/Experience:
University of Michigan Master's Degree
University of Michigan Master's Degree
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This article compares eHow vs Associated Content to determine which freelance site is better and which pays more.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 10/17/2009
Who's more likely to win a game this season, the Detroit Lions or the Washington Generals?
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 9/15/2009
Charlie Palmer Steak is undoubtedly my favorite restaurant in Washington DC. The ambiance, amuse bouche, and the generous pastry chef make Charlie Palmer different from most fine restaurants.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 7/30/2009
This article explores ancient inventions that most readers will have used today.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 6/17/2009
This article, a memoir written about Whitmore Lake High School running coach Larry Steeb, was previously published in the Ann Arbor News on March 5, 2007.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 6/17/2009
Lasik eye surgery is wonderful, and everything turned out wonderfully in the end with LasikPlus. I have my fair share of complaints though.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 1/15/2009
A discussion on the merits of political bumper bumper stickers. In the future, political candidates should seriously consider whether they want to hand them out.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 10/25/2008
When planning to move to the city, I looked forward to lots of things. One of the main ones was grocery delivery. Boy was I wrong! Safeway sucks.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 9/17/2008
Since I pulled my hamstring 6 weeks ago, I have done so much research on hamstring injuries that I feel like an expert on the injury. So I thought I should share all my time and effort with the rest of the world.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 7/24/2008
What were they thinking? Are the Democrats trying to alienate voters in a swing state? Are they trying to blow another election?
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 2/5/2008
A review of Kayak.com, which looks like the best travel flight search out there.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 12/13/2007
Paul H. Scott (Republican - Grand Blanc) on Sept. 15 announced his candidacy for state representative in the 51st state house district on Saturday at Grand Blanc High School.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 10/8/2007
What happens if Michigan wins the rest of their games? Michigan could show that the BCS prefers an early loss to Appalachian State over a late loss to Ohio State.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 9/4/2007
In the past, few people chose their candidate based on the issues. In 2008, let's make the issues important again.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 8/15/2007
Some people use a superficial economics argument against minimum wage laws. They claim that minimum wage laws cause unemployment. However, more advanced economics suggests that this argument is wrong, and that minimum wage laws actually REDUCE unemployment.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 7/5/2007
If you dislike technical and lengthy historical texts, you will love this simple description of United States History from Christopher Columbus the the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 6/20/2007
Internet surfers who profited from the old All Advantage Viewbar have been anxiously waiting for this day. AGLOCO has released its viewbar.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 6/6/2007
I'm ready to make my 2008 presidential election prediction, and hopefully you heard it here first.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 6/4/2007
The refs caught me. Watching LeBron James on TV, I quickly found myself in foul trouble.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 6/1/2007
Gas Boycott Will Not Lower Oil Prices. Most likely lots of people will fill up on the 14th or will purchase on the 16th.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 5/14/2007
Here's video I took of 7'9" basketball player Sun Ming Ming. When he shoots, you expect to see something like a Shaquille O'Neal free throw shot, but Sun Ming Ming has a surprisingly pure shooting stroke.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 5/2/2007
I used to pay full price for magazines. After a little research, I learned that I could find some amazingly cheap magazine subscriptions. Here are some of the best magazine deals that I've found.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 4/16/2007
Forbes is painfully expensive and a bit too politically conservative leaning for my taste, but the financial insight is as good as I've seen. Forbes is intellectual, extensive, and insightful. If you aren't turned off by the price tag, I strongly recommend Forbes.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 4/12/2007
I was skeptical. Why would I want to get movie rentals in the mail when I could take a short drive to the video store? I must admit, my skepticism was wrong. Netflix is a great product. I highly recommend!
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 4/12/2007
I love my Cutco. I think they're a fantastic product and I will never again have cheap knives. They're overpriced though. I don't suggest buying them at full price. Instead, put a set together through eBay.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 4/12/2007
In recent years, we regular people gained access to our own version of the money market account. I use ING Direct and absolutely love it!
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 4/11/2007
Have you ever seen have a streak of bad luck in a game of chance? They often become aggressive players, believing "I'm due!" These people make a common mistake, believing that the past affects odds in the future. It usually doesn't.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 4/7/2007
Want to become a member of the Mensa High IQ Society? It's easy...Well, everything but the High IQ part is easy!
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 4/5/2007
Have you ever paid to get your credit report? Then you were swindled. This article will teach you how to get 3 free credit reports each year.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 4/4/2007
When Sun Ming Ming's Grand Rapids Flight team came to town (March 23, 2007), I decided to go to the game and see what Sun had to offer. Here is my report on his basketball skills.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 4/3/2007
This guide will help you plan your next trip to Washington DC.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 4/2/2007
Simple ethical questions are easy to answer. Is torture wrong? Of course it is. But in some situations, torture is ethical. This article will test the waters of torture ethics, making you apply your principals to new ethical questions.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 4/2/2007
Dial up connections pain me. It's high speed or nothing for me. You might then wonder, which high speed internet connection do I prefer? DSL? Or cable?
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 4/1/2007
Are you a blackjack beginner? Blackjack can be intimidating for the beginner, but it's a pretty simple game, so most beginners should pick blackjack up quickly. This guide will show you how to play, transforming you from a beginner to a strategic blackjack player!
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 3/30/2007
From filing papers to campaigning, this how-to guide will help you win an election campaign.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 3/30/2007
I didn't know what I wanted to do in life. Faced with the typical options: Doctor, Lawyer, or Businessman, I almost chose law school by default. But there are many other options, and I'd like to introduce you to another good one: Public Policy
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 3/30/2007
What is the fourth dimension? The idea sounds crazy to us. But the fourth dimension isn't as crazy or foreign as it sounds.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 3/30/2007
There is actually a blind spot on your eye that does not see anything. An optic nerve gets in the way, effectively blocking your vision. Our eyes can't see anything in this blind spot, but our brain makes up what should be there.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 3/30/2007
Inevitably, at some point you'll be asked to proofread somebody else's work. This article will help you become a great proofreader.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 3/30/2007
Iran Captures British Sailors, Earns $34 Million Dollars
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 3/29/2007
For now, we only have two options. And since few of us want to live without TV, we will continue to pay for the cable and watch the extra advertisements. Still, I can't help but feel cheated.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 3/28/2007
There's a new Texas Hold'em poker web site in town, and this one claims to be legal in the United States: e-PokerUSA. This one's a little different though. To be legal, e-PokerUSA had to make Texas Hold'em a game of skill as opposed to gambling.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 3/28/2007
This article has no intention of supporting one side over the other. This article simply aims to educate you about the history of distribution and the difficulty in coming to a solution.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 3/27/2007
Cloning is wrong. Making species go extinct is wrong. I'd like to pit these two wrongs up against each other. Which wins out?
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 3/27/2007
With essentially the same team as last year, plus Gary Sheffield, expect the 2007 Detroit Tigers to win 90+ games again, and to battle with the New York Yankees for the right to represent the American League in the World Series.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 3/23/2007
In SimulatedSports.com's Free College Basketball Game, you get to start your own college basketball program!
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 3/22/2007
Buyer's brokers can be extremely helpful, particularly if you aren't a real estate expert. And best of all, buying a home with a buyer's broker usually isn't any more expensive than purchasing on your own.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 3/21/2007
I needed to jumpstart my vehicle's battery, so I searched for a good how to guide. I found tons of advice pieces. So many that they even contradicted. I learned how to best jump start my car battery, and I thought I'd pass on the knowledge.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 3/21/2007
Regular homeownership is great for many, but isn't the best solution for all. This article will help you determine which type of ownership is best for you.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 3/21/2007
When a writer preaches to the choir, he or she only convinces the people who already agreed with the author's viewpoint before reading the article. Stop preaching to the choir, and you will convince more people with your articles.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 3/21/2007
Cartels are illegal in the United States, but price matching is legal. Essentially, both are the same. Price matching creates a de facto cartel that raises prices for consumers.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 3/13/2007
Law school clearly wasn't for me. And I'm glad I realized this before I wasted money on it. I chose public policy, and I'm pleased with my decision.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 3/7/2007
An overview of bottle deposit laws across the United States.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 3/7/2007
I learned how to look like stylish without really trying. I've found that people really notice. Hopefully after reading this article, you will be able to do the same. Don't worry, you'll still be a guy's guy. Maybe more so if all the women like you more now.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 3/6/2007
If you're going to pick individual stocks, they should beat the index. Here are Scott's stock picks. Stocks in the "Great buys" section should beat the index. The "Not So Great Buys" will most likely earn less than the index.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 3/6/2007
Parents - Do you want your teenagers to get a job but don't want them to commit to a full job. Teens - Do you want to earn some extra cash but don't want a full-time job?
If the answer is yes, then you might want to explore this odd job - Sell Magazine Subscriptions.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 2/28/2007
There are lots of great poker books written by professionals. This isn't one of them. If you want to become a professional, this article isn't for you. But if you want to beat your friends and win a couple bucks in your friendly cash games, then I'm here to help!
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 2/28/2007
This article helps you get the most out of your workouts.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 2/28/2007
The best way to win an argument is to genuinely care what the opponent has to say, truly consider it in your opinion, and then form your opinion accordingly.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 2/27/2007
Compared to most sports, running rewards training and effort more than natural talent. No matter who you are, I'm confident you too can become a great runner. This article will help you lay the groundwork to accomplishing your running goals.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 2/27/2007
Blimpy Burger's slogan is "Cheaper than food," which gives you a feel for the Blimpy attitude. The taste cannot be beat. If I feel like eating a burger, Blimpy Burger is the only place I'll go in Ann Arbor. It's better than food!
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 2/25/2007
In response to my factual article outlining government income and spending, I provide my editorial opinions on government spending.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 2/20/2007
The stock market is more predictable than it appears. This article sheds some light on the unpredictable stock market and make stocks predictable.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 2/14/2007
With proper goal setting, you can accomplish your dreams! These tips will help you set your goals, hold yourself to your goals, and accomplish them!
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 2/14/2007
Managing your finances can be a daunting task. This article will help you take control of your money and finances.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 2/14/2007
Free speech initially appears to be a simple, clear concept. However, it is quite difficult to decide what speech the First Amendment should protect and what speech should be restricted.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 2/14/2007
After each championship game, I decide who are the few players that might be chosen MVP. I usually then pick one MVP. Peyton Manning, the crowned MVP, never even made my short list. Peyton Manning was not the true Super Bowl MVP.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 2/13/2007
People often comment about the federal budget, taxes, and the national debt. They may complain that spending is too high, taxes are too high, and the debt keeps growing and growing. In this article, I provide a simple analysis of the federal budget.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 2/8/2007
Outwitting the Democrats in 2004, pundits spoke highly of Karl Rove. They also criticized Democrats for their poor strategy. It's looks like these pundits were wrong. The Republicans won the battle, but the Democrats appear to have won the war.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 2/7/2007
Michigan Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program (MMAP) is a free health-benefit counseling service. With over 500 trained and certified volunteers, MMAP answer guides Michigan residents through the sometimes confusing Medicare and Medicaid programs.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 2/6/2007
A scary trend is arising in the National Basketball Association (NBA). 18-year-old high school kids are skipping college and going straight to the professional NBA. Could college basketball salaries prevent this problem?
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 2/5/2007
To determine peoples' online shopping habits, I interviewed 34 people in person, over the phone, and by Internet e-mail (which fits well with the topic).
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 2/5/2007
When Warren Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway take interest in a company, it's generally wise to take a look yourself.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 2/2/2007
Fees are terribly for investors who don't have a ton of money to invest. E-trade, for instance, will charge me $12.99 per trade. That means even if I invest $300 and earn 8% the first year, I still am in the hole. This article teaches how to beat the fees.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 2/2/2007
When it comes to abortion and the death penalty, most conservatives oppose abortion but support the death penalty. This doesn't make sense. But then most liberals support abortion but oppose the death penalty. This makes just as little sense.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 2/1/2007
Why does the movie industry charge the same price for every movie, regardless of popularity and timing? If supply and demand determined the price of movie tickets, things would be wildly different.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 1/31/2007
If life begins at conception, what implications does this have?
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 1/23/2007
This article is a response to Chewable Birth Control Pills?, by Jon Grilz. If a woman forgets to take her birth control pill now, she's also going to forget if her contraceptive becomes chewable. This is hardly a revelation.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 1/13/2007
I never think about it or give it much credit, but MapQuest may be piece of the Internet that has changed my life the most.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 12/6/2006
I'm not a fan of action movies, but this movie was quite good.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 12/5/2006
An Analysis of the Political Environment Surrounding Michigan's 2006 Gubernatorial Elections. Jennifer Granholm, Democratic Incumbent vs. Dick DeVos, Republican Challenger
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 12/3/2006
You may not have known it, but office hours are a goldmine for grades, and are amazingly underutilized.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 11/27/2006
We actually waste money by not taxing the rich to give to the poor, since the rich are more likely to stash money away while the poor will go out and spend the money.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 11/19/2006
After reading The Effect of Advertisements on Women in Society, by Chanelle Harbin, I feel compelled to offer the opposing, rarely heard viewpoint. Perhaps "unrealistic" media images aren't that bad.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 11/7/2006
By not doing the readings, you'll spend more time on the graded assignments, and do a better job on those assignments. This will improve your grades significantly, and you'll be on your way to getting better grades the easy way!
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 11/7/2006
You probably aren't going to like my suggestion, but to get good grades you're going to want to go to every class. You should never skip.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 11/7/2006
It might sound surprising, but you'll do better if you stop taking notes in class
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 11/7/2006
Overall, Roomba is a cool little gadget that does a good job vacuuming your floors. I do not recommend it as a useful tool, since the effort to maintain Roomba does not save much time versus traditional vacuuming. I do recommend Roomba as a cool gadget.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 11/3/2006
Whether you're looking to work with Cutco or purchase their product, this article gives you the insider's perspective.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 11/3/2006
If President Bush wants more widespread support for privatization, he would be wise to incorporate distributive justice into his reform proposal.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 11/1/2006
Michigan's public universities know best how to admit qualified students and how to provide a quality education. Let's leave admissions decisions to the universities.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 11/1/2006
We must remember this vital truth. We may disagree with our opponents, but this does not make them bad people. We can have great debates and arguments, but in the end, we should agree to disagree.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 11/1/2006
After much analysis, we are left with a question: Who is John Kerry? We still don't know who John Kerry is. However, if we did know who he was, then maybe he would be our president.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 11/1/2006
Generally people believe that low voter turnout is a problem in the United States, but scholarly research suggests low voter turnout does not impact the results of elections
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 10/31/2006
In a sporting event, shouldn't each team play by the same rules? Shouldn't each competitor have an equal chance of winning? Unfortunately, college football strays from this principles.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 10/31/2006
Egger uses a wonderful writing voice, as if he were in the room talking to you. His personal anecdotes help illustrate his points and make the book much more interesting. However, the book weakens in the second half, and almost becomes preachy.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 10/31/2006
In The Cathedral Within, Bill Shore uses a cathedral metaphor to highlight the keys to an individual's happiness and a nonprofit's success. Shore's metaphor is weak, but his nonprofit principles are strong.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 10/31/2006
I want to present dating in a different light. Dating is a numbers game, plain and simple. Anybody can have a date every weekend if they'd like. Maybe 2 or 3.
If you can get rejected 10 times each week, then you can have a date every week.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 10/31/2006
Not sure where to go out in Ann Arbor? This guide should give you an idea of your bar options in Ann Arbor and around the University of Michigan campus.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 10/30/2006
Some people love to eat at Chili's, or TGI Friday's, or maybe Applebees. I don't.
Next time you visit Ann Arbor, I highly suggest you avoid the chain restaurants and try these fantastic unique restaurants!
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 10/30/2006
In this article, I take a difficult stance - That mandatory seat belt laws are unethical and wrong. Using an ethics framework, I argue against mandatory seat belts laws on the principle of individual liberty.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 10/12/2006
Although thousands of years old, Roman marriage compares closely to our Common Law Marriage
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 10/11/2006
As technology improves, technology has reinvented the classroom. Technology will continue to modify, and hopefully improve our classroom. However, it is unlikely that technology will antiquate universities.
By Scott Schlimmer | Published 10/10/2006
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