This once-hypothetical question is taking on greater urgency, particularly among policymakers here in Washington. The promise of autonomous vehicles is that they will make our roads safer and more efficient, but no technology is without its shortcomings and unintended consequences – in this instance, potentially fatal consequences.
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Will the public accept the fatal mistakes of self-driving cars?
This once-hypothetical question is taking on greater urgency, particularly among policymakers here in Washington. The promise of autonomous vehicles is that they will make our roads safer and more efficient, but no technology is without its shortcomings and unintended consequences – in this instance, potentially fatal consequences.
Washington-area appointments and promotions for Feb. 20
Bean, Kinney & Korman of Arlington appointed Jennifer Schiffer , Lauren Rote , Andrea Davison , Jennifer McCammon and Zach Williams shareholders. DLA Piper of the District appointed Sean Robinson associate, Edward “Smitty” Smith partner and Melissa Gierach policy adviser.
What exactly is Ivanka Trump doing?
A great discussion with two world leaders about the importance of women having a seat at the table! Y o Y Y Y pic.twitter.com/AtiSiOoho0 Ivanka Trump sits beaming in the president’s chair. President Trump stands behind his older daughter, resting a hand on her back.
These 2 Companies Help Restaurants Cut Costs as Labor Costs Rise
There is a crisis unfolding in the restaurant industry, but those who know how to play it right could profit . It used to be that working behind the counter of a fast-food joint or waiting tables at a local restaurant was a job for kids seeking pocket change or working to meet school costs.
Labor nominee Puzder’s confirmation hearing delayed a fourth time
Amid mounting opposition from Democrats and labor groups, the confirmation hearing for labor secretary nominee and fast-food chief executive Andrew Puzder has been delayed a fourth time. A new hearing date will not be set until the Senate receives key paperwork laying out Puzder’s financial disclosures and detailing his plan for avoiding future conflicts of interest, according to an aide for Sen. Lamar Alexander , the chairman of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions.
The Washington economy shows signs of weaning itself from federal dependence
It allowed the region to be one of the nation’s few economic bright spots after the financial crisis gutted the national economy in 2009, attracting job seekers to the District in droves and spurring a development boom here. But four years later, hiring ground to a halt as congressional gridlock forced a government shutdown and federal budgets were slashed as part of the sequestration process, even though the recovery was gaining momentum elsewhere.
The Washington economy shows signs of weaning itself from federal dependence
It allowed the region to be one of the nation’s few economic bright spots after the financial crisis gutted the national economy in 2009, attracting job seekers to the District in droves and spurring a development boom here. But four years later, hiring ground to a halt as congressional gridlock forced a government shutdown and federal budgets were slashed as part of the sequestration process, even though the recovery was gaining momentum elsewhere.
The 5 Best States to Retire In 2017
Choosing a place to retire is a major decision, and there are many factors to consider. For example, affordability and access to great healthcare are important to many seniors, as is good weather and abundant entertainment options.
Elon Musk Floated the Idea of a Carbon Tax to Trump, an Official Says
President Donald Trump meets with business leaders including Elon Musk, left, in the Roosevelt Room at the White House in Washington on Jan. 23, 2017. Tesla Motors Inc. founder Elon Musk is pressing the Trump administration to adopt a tax on carbon emissions, raising the issue directly with President Donald Trump and U.S. business leaders at a White House meeting Monday regarding manufacturing.
Democrats say Trump’s Washington hotel lost money pre-election, push for GSA action
Sen. Elizabeth Warren wants answers from the General Services Administration about possible violations of Trump’s Washington hotel lease. Leading Democrats on Capitol Hill say President Trump’s Washington hotel lost more than $1.1 million in the first two months of operations and renewed their assertions Monday that the project has violated its lease with the federal government and raised untenable conflicts of interest.