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New Orleans needs an injunction against future seizures

9. October 2008

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The National Rifle Association and Second Amendment Foundation have agreed to drop a lawsuit against New Orleans if they will set up a process through which to return the guns controversially seized by police after Hurricane Katrina in 2005. The agreement calls for the city to post a notice on its Web site that explains how [...]

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‘Republican song’ causes controversy

17. July 2008

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Republican and Democrats have found one thing they can agree on this election year. Using a picture of the burning World Trade Center on a billboard to promote a cheesy song is in terrible taste. But that’s exactly what Mike Meehan of St. Cloud, Florida has done. He’s trying to sell [...]

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The Constitution as birdcage liner

9. March 2008

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History has shown us that government is addicted to power, and will often abuse it when given the chance. This isn’t anything specific to government, per se - it’s a predictable aspect of human nature. Take any group of people, make them feel special, give them power over others, and with enough time, they’ll find [...]

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