Tag O.J. Simpson

Relevant but potentially confusing

I wrote about Alan Dershowitz’s attempt to have the evidence of domestic abuse thrown out of the O. J. Simpson trial on the ground that it would be statistically irrelevant. Dershowitz failed to convince the judge but Johnny Cochran spoke…

On probabilistic loophole artistry

In weak imitation of Archimedes, let’s talk mathematics in the time of war. I had some formal training in the subject but lately I’ve grown fond of popular books explaining basic concepts of math and science. A good explanation can be of great educational value…