THE REBEL: Fewer laws tougher sentences Jun 6, 2008
they distract law enforcement from hard crime, and they actually aid and abet terrorism. Make no mistake: I am not espousing a change that would encourage more drug use. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Greg Craig: Obama's Next Thorn Jun 6, 2008
The idea is not to aid and abet criminals after the fact, but to keep the system honest, and to make sure that everyone's Constitutional rights -- including the defendant's -- are honored. This is, like, Civics 101. (Human Events Online)
The Law is an Ass Jun 2, 2008
I realize that our legal system insists that every murderer, rapist, pedophile and kidnapper, is entitled to the very best defense his lawyer can provide, but what sort of human being wakes up in the morning and, even before brushing his fangs, is busy thinking up ways to aid and abet those monsters. And just how is he morally superior to the goon who drives the getaway car. (Townhall.com)
Encouraging Death May 27, 2008
Since people are inherently uncomfortable with the notion that those trained in the healing arts would aid and abet the killing of their patients, euphemisms are used to conceal the true nature of what's involved. Everyone wants to die with dignity. (Townhall.com)
LETTERS: NCT, May 24, 2008 May 25, 2008
That is why it is so important to not only remove him from office, but also the members of Congress who aid and abet him in destroying the freedoms and privileges as stated in the Constitution (for all the people, not just a chosen few). Let us look at a portion of the record of one such Congressman, millionaire Darrell Issa of the 49th District. (North County Times)
Rudd readies case against Iranian leader May 14, 2008
He had better not be contemplating to aid and abet any planned "international violence" against Iran. (0). (ABC Online)
Protected sea lions found shot at Columbia River traps May 6, 2008
Citizen wrote on May 4, 2008 10:29 PM:" I understand the dismay and anger that some fishermen and sportsmen feel at the fishing season being shut down.And I am not saying the sea lions are not part of the problem.But to be fair you must admit that for Dick Cheney to aid and abet the diversion of Columbia River water to the east side brought about the demise of much more fish than the sea lions did. They were warned by biologists NOT to divert the water because it would collapse the fish... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Businesses need to put competition into context May 6, 2008
A year has gone by since the presidential proclamations to aid and abet small businesses across the country. Banks have lowered lending rates. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Business)
Pellicano jury quietly settles in for deliberations May 2, 2008
Defense attorneys -- and Pellicano, who is representing himself -- have insisted in their closing arguments that there was no criminal enterprise, no conspiracy, nothing to aid and abet. Their clients, several of the attorneys argued Wednesday and Thursday, were clueless or duped. (Los Angeles Times)
Bill gets tighter grip on illegal weapons Apr 10, 2008
This proposal is not aimed at the vast majority of law-abiding gun owners, but at people who aid and abet criminals by helping them obtain guns when they cant do so on their own. Such people would think twice about enabling these straw purchases if they couldnt use loss or theft as excuses when the guns turn up at crime scenes. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Newsom's embrace of illegal immigrants is a PR ploy Apr 4, 2008
His actions aid and abet the criminal activity of certain San Francisco residents. At the federal level, we are spending millions of dollars to erect a fence to secure our borders against terrorists and illegal immigrants. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
Ending the unrelenting scourge in Colombia Mar 24, 2008
The real crisis did not begin with Uribe's targeted assassination of Paul Reyes, the number two leader of the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia, or FARC. The real crisis has been going on for years, fueled by the developed world's drug consumption, criminal elements in Colombia and throughout the region, and sympathizers who aid and abet their criminal activities. The assassination of Reyes was used as a pretext by Ch vez and his ideological acolytes to gain political capital from a... (Boston Globe)
Immigration rights groups misinformed over process Mar 24, 2008
What these supposed "immigrant" rights groups fail to tell people is that they aid and abet illegal immigrants, which is against federal law. Roger Brokaw. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Letters for Saturday, March 22, 2008 Mar 23, 2008
" That's easy: Since the late eighteenth century when the founders declared this to be an independent and sovereign nation. Of course, our sovereignty has been all but erased by the politicians who have forfeited control over immigration to the immigrants themselves, who now have the ultimate authority to decide who comes here, in what numbers, and for how long. As for the words used to describe the newcomers, it doesn't matter. Illegal alien or undocumented immigrant, they're the same thing. We... (North County Times)
An awful oil bill Mar 18, 2008
In the unlikely event the Senate passed it, President Bush surely would veto it, especially since the administration is considering adding Venezuela to the "axis of evil" states that aid and abet terrorists around the world. Even so, it's distressing that the House would pass a bill that could raise pump prices for consumers and enrich a thug dictator. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Loaned cars to be seized? Mar 18, 2008
It is a felony to aid and abet an illegal alien. If you loan an illegal your vehicle, which can and frequently does become a weapon in the hands of an inexperienced, unlicensed, and frequently drunken illegal, you not only deserve to lose your car but your freedom as well. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
UA expert: Poverty drives illegal immigration (509) Mar 15, 2008
zeb a wrote on Mar 9, 2008 8:48 AM:" Truth be told Mexico is not a poor country, it's a corrupt country! There's a difference. Mexicans do not live in horrible poverty. People in Nigeria, Bangladesh and Vietnam live in horrible poverty. If our goal were to offer an opportunity for a better life to people living in abject poverty, Mexico would not even be on the list of countries we would look at. IF after providing all available American workers with a job that pays a decent, living wage we... (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Minutemen Hold Rally At Mexican Consulate Mar 15, 2008
According to a news release issued by the group's founder, Jeff Schwilk, the rally was being held to "protest the Mexican government and consulate meddling in U.S. affairs and taking over our school campuses to aid and abet illegal aliens with their phony Mexican ID cards!". Remedios Gomez Arnau, the consul general of Mexico in San Diego, said she respected the protestors right to rally. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Minutemen question Carlsbad's farmworker shelter funding Mar 6, 2008
any organization that attempts to aid and abet Illegals should have their tax-empt status taken away ... " Vista resident addressing the Mayor and City Council in Carlsbad, what is wrong with this picture? Oh come on Michael Spencer stop being such a hypocrite you [met your wife through] magazine from Mexico!! http://www.nctimes.com/articles/2006/10/22/news/top_stories/22_02_0310_21_06.txt You have the audacity to talk about others who aid and abet. I think the ... bride business is shady,... (North County Times)
A Time to Clash Feb 24, 2008
As previously stated, anger aint all that bad boys and girls, and being nice when you should blow a gasket can aid and abet that which needs to be slapped down ... As previously stated, anger aint all that bad boys and girls, and being nice when you should blow a gasket can aid and abet that which needs to be slapped down. (Townhall.com)
Guest Commentary: It’s our duty to observe and report Feb 15, 2008
Further, those who aid and abet those criminals are equally culpable and should be prosecuted. Mr. Severe, for 45 minutes, clearly stated the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and rules strictly enforced by the MCDC. In doing so many misconceptions concerning the organization were corrected and spontaneous applause was prolific. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
CPAC 2008: Rallying the Troops Feb 12, 2008
The Islamic cells that hit us on 9/11 used our underground illegal immigrant network to get driver s licenses and to aid and abet their attack on us on that day. You can t say that John McCain is good on national security when is doesn t want to push detainees, wants to close Gitmo and doesn t want to secure our border. (Human Events Online)
Extremism: The ACLU's World Jan 18, 2008
Those lawsuits, in fact, aid and abet terrorists. If you're a parent taking your child into a public restroom, the ACLU says tough luck: You just have to put up with the "free speech" taking place in the "private location" of "a closed bathroom stall" because "the police have no business spying on people in places where there is an expectation of privacy.". (Investors Business Daily)
Supreme Court Wisdom Prevails in Stoneridge Case Jan 17, 2008
In Central Bank v. First Interstate Bank, it ruled that those secondary actors who aid and abet a fraud but do not themselves deceive investors were not liable. The justices reasoning was simple: Congress had not only omitted aiding and abetting liability throughout the securities laws; it had specifically rejected a suggestion by the SEC that such a cause of action be enacted. (Human Events Online)
Stoneridge And The Court Jan 17, 2008
According to Eric Rieder, a partner with the law firm Bryan Cave LLP, "None of this means that there is no risk for a company or its employees who enter into a sham transaction with another company." However, he says, the Court has basically upheld the authority of the Securities and Exchange Commission or the U.S. Attorney to go after companies that aid and abet fraud. The Stoneridge case had been touted as a "Roe v. Wade for the securities industry" because of the potential implications if the... (Forbes -- Business)
StoneRidge Ruling Shields Third-Party Advisers Jan 16, 2008
Those who "aid and abet" such schemes can only be prosecuted by the government, the Court ruled. McCollam is a Washington-based legal correspondent for BusinessWeek. (BusinessWeek)
Family literacy program reaches out to Hispanics: Group helps improve reading skills and offers lessons to help strengthen families Jan 13, 2008
Mike Ferreira wrote on Jan 12, 2008 10:09 AM:" Another shameful immoral propaganda piece by the Muscatine Journal to aid and abet the unconstitutional and illegal merger of our country with Mexico. Deport the illegal aliens. We want our jobs back. Force them to improve their own country. We don't have room for them here. The Muscatine Journal is engaged in treason. I call for the Editor to be fired. We are sick of this criminal aiding and abetting. ". The comments above are from readers. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
NBC, MICROSOFT, AT&T Talk Of Filtering Internet... Jan 10, 2008
Whether you like it or not, internet service providers have the law on their side as long as they behave responsibly and don t aid and abet criminal acts. Does another eight-letter word fit you. (The Drudge Report)
Unstable and nuclear Jan 10, 2008
Newsweek senior editor Lally Weymouth said in a Washington Post online chat, "The Pakistani president in the 1980s put together a structure to aid and abet the mujahedeen. The militants have reorganized because of this entire system of support. Though Pakistan is an ally of the United States, the relationship has not always been reliable. For instance, The 9/11 Commission Report described U.S. attempts in 1999 to send a U-2 spy plane to look for Osama bin Laden in Afghanistan. But this was... (Florida Times-Union)
Baker maintains ties with his heritage through his baking Jan 9, 2008
Mike Ferreira wrote on Jan 8, 2008 3:44 PM:" Another subtle propaganda piece by the Muscatine Journal to aid and abet the unconstitutional and illegal merger of our country with Mexico. ". The comments above are from readers. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Man sentenced for stealing money to finance trip with runaway teen Dec 30, 2007
Nicholas Robert Waltz, 20, had pleaded guilty to single counts of felony theft and gross misdemeanor aid and abet depriving another of parental rights ... Staley, 20, was also charged with aid and abet depriving another of parental rights, a charged dismissed by the prosecution Dec. 10, according to court records, after Staley enlisted in the military and completed 50 hours of community service. (Austin Daily Herald, MN)
10 Reasons Why Pastors Avoid the Culture War Dec 23, 2007
In some kind of ascending order, it seems to me there are 10 reasons why pastors and priests avoid political and intense cultural issues and thus aid and abet evil ... In some kind of ascending order, it seems to me there are 10 reasons why pastors and priests avoid political and intense cultural issues and thus aid and abet evil. (Townhall.com)
Disaster Waiting to Happen Dec 10, 2007
December 6, 2007: A bad business process can open the door to outsiders, tempt insiders or simply aid and abet a hacker or malicious insider ... A bad business process can open the door to outsiders, tempt insiders or simply aid and abet a hacker or malicious insider. (CIO Information Network)
JOSE DE LA ISLA: A stink bomb lands in the presidential campaign Dec 6, 2007
At the CNN-YouTube Republican presidential debate late last month, former New York Mayor Rudolph Giuliani was asked by Ernie Nardi of Brooklyn whether he would "aid and abet the flight of illegal aliens."Giuliani made it clear New York was not a "sanctuary city." But some exceptions were made to provide child education and emergency care. Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney piped in that New York was indeed a sanctuary city. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Kent State Fires Chair and Terrorist Sympathizer Nov 30, 2007
Indeed, there is never any shortage of American professors willing to aid and abet a Muslim extremist ... Indeed, there is never any shortage of American professors willing to aid and abet a Muslim extremist. (Townhall.com)
The Clinton News Network Strikes Again Nov 30, 2007
"We regret this incident. CNN would not have used the general's question had we known that he was connected to any presidential candidates, said David Bohrman, CNN senior vice president and executive producer of the debate. In a CNN interview on Thursday morning, Kerr denied he was used as a plant by the Clinton campaign at the Republican debate. He said he is only listed as a member of Clintons gay steering committee and his appearance was a private initiative of my own. In... (Townhall.com)
Gibson Cues Up Bush to 'Crow' Over 'Surge' Success Nov 22, 2007
The Census Bureau now says among the top ten names in America, along with "Smith" and "Johnson," still number one and two, for the first time, eight and nine are "Garcia" and "Rodriguez. To Lou Dobbs, is this a good thing or a bad thing? DOBBS: To me, it's a good thing. Diversity is the strength of this country. This is the most socially, ethnically, racially, religiously diverse society on Earth. What in the world could be -- you know could better for this country? We bring in more legal... (MediaResearch.org)
Doing business in a world divided. Where to from here? Nov 20, 2007
Done right, heroes worth supporting and role models worth emulating will emerge over time and the people can be engaged across the country to aid and abet that effort. With local stars, brands across all product categories will stand to gain. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Business)
FISA without the phone-company immunity Nov 16, 2007
The point is, Congress is finally drawing a line in the sand to limit executive-branch abuse of the law, and telling private communication companies they will be held responsible if they aid and abet the criminal behavior emanating from the White House. Posted by Loring Wirbel on Nov 15, 2007 10:20 PM in. (EETimes)
Piracy is criminal - Attorney General Nov 12, 2007
He revealed that there is now a new copyright law, Copyright Law 2005, Act 690, under which infringement of copyright or piracy attracts a heavy penalty for both direct offenders and those who aid and abet the act. My office is also giving serious attention to the regulations of the Copyright Act, he added. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Congregation's hospitality draws ire Nov 10, 2007
"It's not appropriate to invite this group, to aid and abet a group like this, which undercuts our theology and teaching,'" Heier said he told Talve. The Roman Catholic Church is framed in hierarchy, which sets rules and offers guidance for the faithful. (USA Today)
Police chief pledges probe Nov 9, 2007
Pulido pleaded guilty to conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute more than 5 kilograms of cocaine and 1 kilogram of heroin and two counts of attempting to aid and abet the distribution of the cocaine. He pleaded no contest to a fourth charge of carrying a gun in a drug trafficking crime. (Boston Globe)
Leahy Says No, Mukasey Confirmed Anyway Nov 9, 2007
"I am not a moral contortionist. I am not going to aid and abet the confirmation contortions of this administration," said Leahy. Mukasey replaces Alberto Gonzalez, who was forced to resign from office amid a scandal over his handling of the justice department. (WCAX.com, VT)
More child workers 'rescued' Nov 1, 2007
This is to foster a greater awareness about child labour and make sure that people do not aid and abet the practice in any way. . (Times of India)
Simmons named bench coach Oct 31, 2007
"This is a job that has to center around trust and one's willingness to aid and abet. I fully expect to assume that latter role and be a support person for Ned." Sveum agreed to return to his duties as third-base coach, a spot he filled in 2005 before moving to the bench when Robin Yount left the organization prior to the 2006 season. The current third-base vacancy opened when the Brewers announced Nick Leyva would not be asked back for a second season. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Calbreath: Lenders can't shovel all blame on borrowers Oct 15, 2007
And did some mortgage firms aid and abet the fraud. (The mortgage lenders) knew the bad credit quality of the loans being originated, they took their profits, and now the ship sinks, said Bob Simpson, president of Investors Mortgage Asset Recovery Co. in Irvine. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
First 5 holds diversity conference Oct 13, 2007
you want the illegals wrote on Oct 10, 2007 3:57 AM:" We are not stupid. When your illegals finally leave the country, your organizations are out of a job. Woah! Is this the detrimental economic hardship our country will suffer...so be it. My taxes can be used to benefit our own REAL U.S. citizens and redirect the organizations education dollars back into the schools and not to adminstration pork barrel third party contractor organizations. Our own U.S. children should have the benefit to go to... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Our view on protecting shareholders: Must fighting bogus lawsuits mean ignoring blatant fraud? Oct 8, 2007
Logic argues that those who aid and abet shareholder heists should be held accountable as well, at least in cases in which they are active participants. The 1994 ruling was an attempt to limit spurious lawsuits against secondary players targeted for no other reason than their deep pockets. (Yahoo News)
Teen pleads guilty in hockey hazing Oct 4, 2007
Zachary John Tolman, 18, pleaded guilty to one felony count of aid and abet indecent exposure. A second charge, gross misdemeanor fifth-degree criminal sexual conduct, was dismissed. (Austin Daily Herald, MN)
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The rule adopted is being used to suppress First Amendment protected speech, guarantee profits for a private business and aid and abet lawless activity. None of these purposes are permissible uses of the regulation. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Homegrown terror case goes to trial Sep 25, 2007
Yasin Mohamed and Ali Dirie now face two as opposed to three charges after the Crown dropped the charge of providing property to aid and abet a terrorist organization. Defence lawyer David Mercury said he was "shocked" by this morning's events, especially since both sides had agreed that the defence would get to cross-examine the Crown's key witnesses in exchange for allowing it to enter certain evidence uncontested. (Toronto Star)
Pirates sneak fall shows online Sep 21, 2007
Their objection is that the pirates and those who aid and abet their crime by downloading the TV shows are stealing somebody else's work. That affects not only studios but also actors and writers. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
AWB 'responsible' for Iraqi deaths Sep 17, 2007
A US lawyer says the claim is that AWB entered into a civil conspiracy to aid and abet a terrorist genocide activity under the Saddam Hussein regime ... "The claim is that AWB entered into a civil conspiracy to aid and abet a terrorist genocide activity under the Saddam Hussein regime," he said ... "And that it is a nation that was committing widescale genocide and torture, that a state can't function without funds, and AWB was providing those funds that allowed it to continue that activity.... (ABC Online)
AWB faces action from Iraq widows Sep 15, 2007
It says a manager of AWB's New York office knowingly participated in the illegal payment scheme "which served to aid and abet the torture and murder" of the two women's spouses. The action has been taken against AWB and AWB (USA). (The Australian)
Estimate for Deporting Illegal Immigrants: $94 Billion Sep 14, 2007
That way I can help ensure my hard earned money does not aid and abet criminal activity. Posted by Sierra. (New York Times)
Price rise blowing in the wind Sep 14, 2007
"Until you get that robust, competitive market, we have to aid and abet," Tonko said. Rulison can be reached at 454-5504 or by e-mail at lrulison@timesunion. (Albany Times Union)
Opposing border groups apply different tactics Sep 3, 2007
levotb wrote on Aug 31, 2007 3:59 PM:" Mr. Morris seems to equate pro-illegal alien pressure groups (that aid and abet illegal behavior) with patriotic anti-illegal alien groups like American Border Patrol. There is NO moral equivalence to these groups. The pro-illegal alien group is made up of Communists and leftists and seeks to win approval from the U.S public for rewarding illegal behavior. A nation is not a nation without laws. Laws, contrary to leftist dogma, are meant to be enforced--not... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Yahoo Asks Judge to Toss China Torture case Aug 30, 2007
Their arrests and detainment of these two Chinese citizens were "inflicted upon" them as a result of Yahoo and Yahoo Hong Kong's actions to aid and abet Chinese government officials "in committing these major human rights abuses," the complaint reads. The judge will hold a hearing on Yahoo's dismissal request on November 1st at 2 p.m. Pacific Time. (PC World)
NPP Man Turns On Own Gov't Aug 25, 2007
This he described as despicable since in his opinion, "it's a betrayal of the trust reposed in him by Ghanaians", saying "he betrayed that trust, he was suppose to protect the people against this foreign exploitative tendencies but he didn't, he tried to aid and abet that kind of exploitation of the Ghanaian people". Professor Ayittey thus noted that what he did was morally and fundamentally wrong. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Tax evasion standoff has revolving cast Aug 23, 2007
US Marshal Stephen Monier said Tuesday that his office is continuing to investigate those who aid and abet the Browns. The marshals have not charged any supporters with crimes, he said. (Boston Globe)
Walsh: 'Sanctuary' for Criminal Illegals Aug 23, 2007
It is the responsibility of federal grand juries to determine whether elected and appointed officials, NSM members, and others who aid and abet illegal aliens have violated the federal statutes, and if so, charges need to be filed against those officials by federal prosecutors. The NSM has joined with the self-declared sanctuary cities and states in defiance of the immigration laws passed by the U.S. Congress and enforced by the U.S. Department of Justice and the Department of Homeland Security. (Newsmax)
Verdict shows system works Aug 19, 2007
At trial, the prosecution successfully argued that Padilla was involved in conspiracies to aid and abet terrorist activities against the United States. They showed the jury a five-page form the defendant filled out in 2000 to attend an al-Qaida training camp and played back nearly 10 years worth of wiretaps in which Padilla and the other two defendants were alleged to be using code words to describe weapons and tactics. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Tancredo's comments make him divisive candidate Aug 14, 2007
Daves wrote on Aug 10, 2007 1:04 PM:" It is still a felony to aid and abet an illegal alien. Federal Immigration and Nationality Act Section 8 USC 1324(a)(1)(A)(iv)(b)(iii). ". Mark Reed wrote on Aug 10, 2007 11:27 AM:" Kim, suppose you owned a home. And for whatever reason you invited someone to come live in your home with you. You tell them the rules of the house and they contribute to the upkeep, pay rent, buy groceries etc. Now one day you come home to find someone living in your home... (Sioux City Journal)
Nigeria: 18 Arrested For Sodomy - Face Death Penalty Aug 10, 2007
It slammed five years prison terms with no option of fine on both direct violators of the law and those that aid and abet such marriages. Immediate past minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation, Mr. Bayo Ojo (SAN) presented the bill to the meeting leading to the resolution. (allAfrica.com)
In Gods own country, comrades own Tantric university Aug 10, 2007
Incidentally, the late CPM ideologue E M S Namboothiripad had opposed the setting up of the Sri Sankaracharya Sanskrit University in Kalady, saying Sanskrit was a dead language, and such a university would only aid and abet Hindu communalism. He had said that Sankaracharyas Advaita philosophy was outdated and caused India to remain backward. (Indian Express)
