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South Africans recall racial, social inequity Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 3:01PMPeople have some difficulty placing Jeffrey Yoss' accent.
Wisconsin has a long, complicated past with the suffrage movement Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 6:45PMIn 1919, Wisconsin earned bragging rights by becoming the first state to ratify the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, the legislation that would guarantee women the right to vote. But the timing was close.
To ban mosque is to subvert Constitution Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 8:09PM"My faith in the Constitution is whole; it is complete; it is total. And I am not going to sit here and be an idle spectator to the diminution, the subversion, the destruction, of the Constitution."
Controversy Continues Locally Regarding A Ground Zero Mosque Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 7:02PMBay Haven Charter Academy CEO Tim Kitts and local Muslim leader Dr. Hashem Mubarek respond to Tuesday's controversial forum and congressional candidate Ron McNeil's comments opposing the building of a mosque near Ground Zero.
Teach the Constitution not new in local schools Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 3:50PMPerhaps we have reached a more perfect union.Both the Beaufort County School District and the TEA
Part One: Creating a perfect union Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 8:45AMMOUNT VERNON -- The first of a 10-part lecture series on the U.S. Constitution was opened by series organizer Phillip Lehmkuhl on Wednesday evening at the Mount Vernon Memorial Theater.
Treaty Plays Russian Roulette with Iran Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 8:19AMSec. of State Hillary Clinton urged the Senate last week to ratify the "START" nuclear treaty with Russia. Monday there was some stunning news about Iran's nuclear program.
Autobiography of Fidel Monday, August 16, 2010 @ 9:12AMI had doubts over the title of this narration, I didn’t know whether to call it ‘Batista’s Last Offensive’ or ‘How 300 defeated 10,000,’" which sounded like a story from The Thousand and One Nights . For that reason, I felt obliged to include a small autobiography of the first stage of my life, without which its meaning could not be understood.
EDITORIAL: The 14th Amendment Sunday, August 15, 2010 @ 10:00PMThe Founding Fathers intentionally made it difficult to change the U.S. Constitution. Proposed amendments require approval by two-thirds of both the House and Senate and their adoption requires ratification by three-fourths of the states. Thus, the Constitution is rarely amended — only 27 times since 1789.
Upcoming Buchanan dollar is 15th in series Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 9:21AMU.S. Mint The new James Buchanan presidential dollar. James Buchanan had the distinctions of being the only U.S. president who never married and the only one born in Pennsylvania. He also was the last president born in the 18th century,...
A Little More Conversation Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 12:21AMIs the proposed Metro Charter DOA on November 2nd or a good idea in search of a constituency? by John Branston The proposed Metro Charter for a consolidated Memphis and Shelby County is either a good idea or dead on arrival. Or both.… [ Read more ] [ Subscribe to the comments on this story ]
CakeLove combines his passions: food, business Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 10:03PMWarren Brown's journey from government lawyer to baking entrepreneur began in part when he was carrying a cake through an airport.
From the ashes of capitalism, militarism and elite rule Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 9:29PMLatest estimates are that man has existed for 2.5 million years. Capitalism for only the last couple hundred or so of those years.
OUR OPINION: 14th Amendment is too important to be repealed Saturday, August 7, 2010 @ 1:00PMThis sudden preoccupation with the 14th Amendment seems less about the Constitution than it is about keeping the immigration issue boiling until the November elections.
Repeal 14th Amendment? Think again Thursday, August 5, 2010 @ 9:25AMThe Founding Fathers intentionally made it difficult to change the U.S. Constitution. Proposed amendments require approval by two-thirds of both the House and Senate and their adoption requires ratification by three-fourths of the states.
State votes to adopt national standards for math, reading in schools Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 8:39AMState votes to adopt national standards for math, reading in schools
Kabul International Conference on Afghanistan Draft Communiqué, July 2010 Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 8:05AMThis communiqué from the International Conference on Afghanistan in Kabul, Afghanistan was obtained by the New York Times on July 20, 2010.
Judge urges Hawkins officials to seek attorney's advice on Ten Commandments Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 7:36PMROGERSVILLE — The Hawkins County Commission isn’t expected to consider approval of a “Foundations of American Law and Government” display in the new Justice Center at least until its August monthly meeting.
Dorian de Wind: Ramblings of a 'Fake American' Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 10:57AMWhen Republicans question Democrats' patriotism, they are discrediting themselves and demeaning and dangerously dividing the Real America they profess to honor and love.
Group warns Hawkins County against including Ten Commandments in courthouse display Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 8:05PMROGERSVILLE — A Wisconsin-based organization called “Freedom From Religion Foundation” is warning Hawkins County not to hang a display in the new Justice Center that includes the Ten Commandments.
: Locals and pros gamble on Skinner Barn musical comedy Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 9:28AMHarry Witherspoon works in a London shoe shop, and dreams of glamorous days in the sun as he inventories alligator pumps, saddle shoes, and loafers. ... - By Mary Gow Correspondent
Statesville-made hot-air balloon is sailing proud Thursday, July 22, 2010 @ 11:42AMThe sun sets on the patriotic themed hot air balloon bearing stars, stripes and part of the U.S. Constitution Preamble as it's inflated Thursday evening in West Iredell.
Democratic candidates tout their resumes Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 10:06PMDuring a live televised debate Monday night, four Democratic candidates for the U.S. Senate in Kansas tried to explain why they were best prepared to win in November.
Dave Searles: New laws extend our liberties Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 2:52AMDear Editor: Conservatives, Republicans and tea partiers are complaining that our freedoms and liberties are being attacked, infringed upon, or taken away, whether it be the new drunken driving law, the energy bill, health care reform, no-smoking laws, etc. The conservatives, Republicans and tea partiers are blatantly wrong. Actually for the vast majority of Americans, these new laws extend our ...
Terrorist Nations Still Cross Our Border Saturday, July 17, 2010 @ 1:24PMCustoms and Border Protection arrested about 52,000 illegal immigrants from countries other than Mexico in 2009. This number included countries known to export terrorism and the numbers from each actually caught, such as Afghanistan 4, Egypt 14, Iran 15, Iraq 16, Nigeria 29, Pakistan 41, Saudi Arabia 1, Somalia 19, Yemen 13, and North Korea 10. So much for national security.
Letters to the editor for Sept. 13, 2009 Thursday, July 15, 2010 @ 8:26AMGet FREE Daily Headlines by email! To all those who were responsible for the "Viva Santa Fe" events last weekend — great job! It was the best community-wide celebration I have ever attended.
This is a Special Report On Economic Freedom Wednesday, July 14, 2010 @ 3:20PM“Mostly Free” — Not Good Enough! In 2010, for the first time ever, the United States has fallen from the ranks of the economically “free” as measured by the Index of Economic Freedom , published annually by The Heritage Foundation and The Wall Street Journal . With a score of only 78.0 on the Index ’s 0–100 scale, the United States has fallen below the cutoff (an average score of 80 or above ...
Lehigh letters to the editor Wednesday, July 14, 2010 @ 12:19AMRe: "Preamble to Constitution sets broad goals for government," Steve Sherman, July 4, The News-Press. Mr. Sherman was right about the preamble being the intent of the Constitution. However, we do not get to rewrite the Constitution - as it does hold the specifics that were intended.
For Members Tuesday, July 13, 2010 @ 1:20PMThe recently inked United States–Russia Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START) has ignited the op-ed pages of prominent newspapers and Web sites across the country over the last few days.
You could look it up Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 11:27AMTo the Editor: You reported a group of Ukiah patriots are having a rally and handing out copies of the U.
A tale of two Fourths Sunday, July 4, 2010 @ 10:07PMWINSLOW AND WEST ATHENS -- Two popular Fourth of July parades on Sunday offered different views of freedom and patriotism.
13 bells toll the message of liberty Sunday, July 4, 2010 @ 8:11PMRINGTOWN - In Ringtown and other locations around the country, bells were rung 13 times on Sunday afternoon to celebrate one of the most momentous events in modern history - the declaration of independence by the 13 American colonies from British rule.T
13 bells toll message of liberty in Ringtown Sunday, July 4, 2010 @ 6:51PMRINGTOWN - Bells were rung 13 times Sunday afternoon in the borough and other locations nationwide to celebrate the declaration of independence by the 13 American colonies from British rule.The annual Independence Day celebration was held at the Veteran
American dream alive and well for Egyptian-American family celebrating 50 years in U.S. Sunday, July 4, 2010 @ 1:05AMSOUTH BEND — It was Fourth of July weekend, 1960, when the Johnsons' plane touched down in New York City.
City Council revokes local hiring rule for contractors Saturday, July 3, 2010 @ 5:56PMThe City Council last week revoked an ordinance it passed unanimously in April requiring contractors to hire city residents from 50 percent of their jobs and all of their apprentices on city public projects, among other provisions.
Top 10 Things to Watch for a Geeky Independence Day Saturday, July 3, 2010 @ 5:36PMWe geeks like to be patriotic in our own way, and what could be better than a patriotic-themed couch-fest, watching shows and movies to inspire our love of America, where a geek is free to be a geek?
Statesville-made hot-air balloon is sailing proud Saturday, July 3, 2010 @ 6:27AMBy the time the sun hit the horizon, a seven-story red, white and blue hot-air balloon adorned with part of the U.S. Constitution Preamble was towering over Keith Gantt's house in western Iredell County.
From the Pulpit: Patriotism involves God and the moral integrity of its citizens Saturday, July 3, 2010 @ 12:30AMThe Founding Fathers, as authors of the preamble of our Constitution, based their thoughts and words on certain premises: The first of which was stated by George Washington when he was elected chairman of the First Constitutional Convention.
Sen. Robert C. Byrd, Famed Orator Monday, June 28, 2010 @ 3:28PMRobert C. Byrd, the late West Virginia senator, will be remembered for his style of oration -- more in step with the Roman Senate than with the era of Twitter. We've pulled together some examples of his oration, starting with him reading the preamble to the Constitution -- a copy of which he always carried in his breast pocket.
For Members Thursday, June 24, 2010 @ 9:05AMAbstract: Ambiguous language on strategic missile defense in the preamble of the recently signed strategic arms reduction treaty (New START) has prompted some Senators to request access to the negotiation records for the treaty.
From the Crow's Nest / Ed Chrostowski Wednesday, June 9, 2010 @ 10:18PMAs the Senate prepares for confirmation hearings, there already are mixed signals on what about President Obama's nominee for the Supreme Court will draw the most attention.
Outgoing Crain Middle Schol students reminisce Tuesday, June 8, 2010 @ 8:02PMDemolition at the former Crain Middle School campus is set to begin June 21.
Information explosion Wednesday, June 2, 2010 @ 3:37PMInformation explosion
For Members Tuesday, June 1, 2010 @ 7:49AMThose who have not done so recently would benefit from studying what the United States Constitution says about the federal government’s responsibility to provide for the common defense. Most Americans had to memorize the preamble to the Constitution when they were children, so they are aware that one of the purposes of the document was to “provide for the common defense.” But they are not aware ...
DOJ and Arizona officials meet over immigration law Friday, May 28, 2010 @ 6:43PMPHOENIX (AP) — Justice Department officials told Arizona's attorney general and aides to the governor Friday that the federal government has serious reservations about the state's new immigration law. Attorney General Terry Goddard said he urged them not to sue. "I told them we need solutions from Washington, not more ...
The American Century Is So Over Friday, May 28, 2010 @ 2:12AMObama’s propensity to retreat at the first sign of resistance shows that he lacks both guts and the strong convictions that are essential elements distinguishing statesmen from politicians, writes Dilip Hiro .
Dilip Hiro: Obama's Rudderless Foreign Policy Underscores America's Waning Power Thursday, May 27, 2010 @ 10:16AMHere is the Obama pattern: Choose a foreign leader to pressure. Threaten him with dire consequences.. When he refuses to submit and instead responds vigorously, back off quickly and overcompensate for failure.
Is there a freeze on Jerusalem? Thursday, May 27, 2010 @ 8:11AMMark Urban on de facto halt to Jewish settlement building
School unveils 'freedom wall' Wednesday, May 26, 2010 @ 8:49PMSchool unveils 'freedom wall' - FORT WALTON BEACH - Students at Liza Jackson Prepa
Our founding document wasn't set in stone for a reason Tuesday, May 25, 2010 @ 5:31PMThe Framers knew that perfecting the Constitution they produced would be an ongoing process.