While you’re waiting for the bus

Stuff worth reading

Why Don’t Americans Take More Vacations? Blame It on Independence Day History ruins all the holidays.

Is long-term solitary confinement torture? We jail and torture an enormous proportion of our population.

Marion Bartoli wins Wimbledon, defeating Sabine Lisicki <3

Dwelling on the positives The tenure track is hard, but if you love it, it might be worth it.

Home Economics: The Link Between Work-Life Balance and Income Equality I’m starting to use people’s opinion of /Lean In/ to gauge assholishness.

The Straight, White Dudes’ Guide to Discussing Diversity This is also good advice for people who want to make apps that are not a giant waste of time.