On this day in 1983, in an unparalleled feat of Effective Altruism, Stanislav Petrov declined to destroy the world: http://lesswrong.com/lw/jq/926_is_petrov_day/

We'll celebrate his achievement by getting together for food, drinks, and not destroying the world.

Food and drinks will be provided, though please feel free to help.

Ben Hoffman will give a brief talks about the test run of the project to comment on proposed regulations. Most of the night will be free discussion on anything we want.

Schedule:

7:00 - 7:30 PM Arrive 7:30 - 8:00 PM Talk on DC EA projects 8:00 - 9:00 PM Dinner, drinks, discussion 9:00 - 9:30 PM Petrov day ritual 9:30 - Late: Free discussion