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The Frivolous Patent Litigation False Narrative

What is frivolous litigation? According to Cornell Law School, a frivolous lawsuit is one that lacks any arguable basis either in law or in fact and may be intended to harass, delay, or embarrass the opposition. This definition seems pretty black and white, but attorneys often disagree on what is an arguable basis in law […]

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The Death of the Canary: Part Two

The main controversies in patents concern money and control, which just about mirrors “real” life. Since the vast majority (over 90 percent) of most corporate valuation is in intellectual property, this is why corporations are fighting over this turf. To some, it is all or nothing. Individual creators owning patents are a threat and a […]

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The Death of a Canary: Part One 

Due to inadequacies in detecting noxious gases, miners learned to bring small birds into the mines, where the death of a canary was a warning that something was wrong. The American Republic’s capitalist economy operates with many moving parts, involving banks, capital, liquidity, and a host of integrated institutions, all working efficiently and sometimes ruthlessly.  […]

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13 Unelected People Have Destroyed U.S. Innovation

Thousands of years of human history have taught us that a just political system is not possible without separating power. No one should ever have total power over any one thing. When power is concentrated in the hands of too few people, those in power invariably become corrupt. Often corruption is born in bias created […]

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Balancing the Scales: The Imperative of a Strong – but Fair – Patent System for Small Businesses and Independent Inventors

In the dynamic realm of innovation, small businesses and independent inventors are often the unsung heroes, propelling progress through their ingenuity and creativity. Central to their success is a patent system that not only offers robust protection but is also characterized by fairness. A strong and fair patent protection system not only shields the inventor’s […]

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Fueling Progress: The Vital Role of the United States Innovation System

The United States innovation system stands as the lifeblood of progress, driving advancements that shape the future of technology, manufacturing, and economic growth. A robust system incentivizes new technology, local manufacturing, economic growth, competitive markets, and more. Catalyzing Technological Advancements At its core, the U.S. innovation system serves as a catalyst for technological breakthroughs. By […]

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Innovation Race Review: A Powerful Documentary

Documentaries are powerful tools of persuasion. They fold facts and figures into a visual and audio narrative that can engage the soul. Innovation Race engages and has a point of view, and there is no ambiguity about its point of view. American innovation leadership is under threat. Innovation Race breathes life into a simple idea: […]

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What Is The Outlook For American Manufacturing For 2024

The ISM Purchasing Manager’s Index was below 50% for the 14th consecutive month in December.  In particular, new orders and backlogs were contracting in December. A figure below 50% is an indication of a contracting economy.  ISM doesn’t make any predictions in their reports.  What is interesting is that the contraction coincides with the Fed […]

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Ironman Has Taken A Bite Out Of The Apple

In the Spring of 2023, I met Joe Kiani, an inventor and owner of Masimo. I flew from Denver to Orange County with the one intention of sharing my story with Joe and with Congressman Correa. Little did I know I was about to meet my biggest hero. The Masimo building is a spectacle! The […]