In a message dated 2002-04-10 09:45:58 Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
... if you are going to use the power of the law (i.e., the boys in
blue with the 13 round 9 mm guns strapped to their waists) to prevent
someone from using pounds and inches, you are infringing upon their
sovereignty.
But to a large extent this has already been done.
-- They can't use ounces when selling liquor and wine.
-- They can't measure sizes or distances in cubits.
-- Drugs can't be sold in minims and scruples.
-- You're not allowed to have a km-only speedometer.
You are, of course, correct. Although I don't agree with even the current state of affairs, it is one we have come to live with. To now use the power of the law to force people to change from a system they have heretofore been forced to use and are comfortable with (and have huge investments in) is exacerbating the infringement of individual freedom.
Besides, it is not necessary. America is converting. All we need is patience.
Electrical Engineer
Industrial manufacturing manager
Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
www.qsicorp.com
