In addition to the Kagan confirmation hearings this morning, did anyone notice the opinions the Supreme Court of the United States of America released today? Two major ones that have been watched very closely in conservative and liberal circles alike were decided on 5-4 decisions. McDonald v. City of Chicago: The court ruled that laws banning gun ownership in private homes for self-defense go too far and are unconstitutional under the second amendment. I have to agree with the majority on … [Read more...]
The Supreme Court Is On a Roll Today … Rulings on “Guns, God, and Gays” All In a Single Morning
June 28, 2010 By Leave a Comment
ACLU to Defend Child Molesters Right to Attend Church
October 8, 2009 By 1 Comment
According to a new AP article, convicted child molesters have been banned from going to church because of the on-premise day care facilities operated by many religious organizations. The argument is that the prohibition to be within a specific number of feet of minors is a fundamental violation of the religious freedom rights in the United States Constitution. You all know I'm big on personal freedom. That's why I'm a fiscal conservative but social liberal. I believe in the right of … [Read more...]
9 Out of 10 Afghan Soldiers Illiterate
September 14, 2009 By Leave a Comment
According to a new research article by the Associated Press, nine out of ten soldiers in the Afghanistan army are illiterate. That statistic shocked me and, frankly, made me realize that there isn't a lot of hope (at least in the short term) for many of the countries in the world. How can we expect a nation of millions of people, who act no different than animals promoting a superstitious belief that God will punish them if a woman dresses a certain way or they perform certain sexual acts, … [Read more...]
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