Is "malicious prosecution" a valid defence? Aug 26, 2010
Channel NewsAsia - Is "malicious prosecution" a valid defence. Is "malicious prosecution" a valid defence. (Channelnewsasia.com)
Recktenwald tells Judiciary Committee he 'embraces' strength of Hawaii constitution Aug 26, 2010
She said Recktenwald s written opinions shows a pattern of going backwards on constitutional rights ... She said Recktenwald s written opinions shows a pattern of going backwards on constitutional rights. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
I love Jesus, the Constitution and can support the building of a Muslim Mosque Aug 26, 2010
Critics of the project contend that they are not trampling our precious constitutional rights of religious freedom by opposing the project. They contend that it is simply in bad taste to build it so close to ground zero, and that Americans are far too emotional about issue. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Aug. 26 letters Aug 26, 2010
" accurately described the current situation: As long as Muslims aren't advocating for their rights to gather and pray in their houses of worship -- as do Jews, Christians, and Hindus -- then people will not complain. That argument is as ludicrous to me as someone claiming that Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson believed that people of all different faiths are welcome in America -- as long as they are not practicing members of their respective faiths. As an American-born Muslim, I strongly... (NJ.com -- Times)
Matt Reed: Votes cast send GOP message of restraint Aug 26, 2010
Meanwhile, I like much of what the Tea Party stands for: More free exercise of constitutional rights, less big-government meddling in local business and -- of late -- a public denunciation of racial politics. Ironically, the biggest win by a Tea Party-favored candidate Tuesday was cinched by a Republican who betrayed all three of those values in a gratuitous TV advertisement still on YouTube. (Florida Today)
Our extremists Gingrich, et al. boost Islamic extremists Aug 25, 2010
Once the shoe is on the other foot, as things have a way of boomeranging on you, he will be the one crying about Constitutional rights ... Dean said he was surprised by the negative reaction to his comments because much of it, he said, had to do with defending the constitutional rights of the builders of the center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Mosque opponents are misguided Aug 25, 2010
However, democracy takes a back seat in issues of Constitutional rights. The Constitution exists for this very reason -- to protect the rights of the minority against the tyranny of the majority. (Daily Collegian, PA)
9 killed on hijacked Philippine tourist bus Aug 24, 2010
Now this fictional passage doesn't necessarily reflect Webb's view of the present circumstances, although he spoke out against the Bush administration's usurpation of constitutional rights during his campaign. It is important to point out as well that the Yamashita case is of more than academic or historical interest. (Salon)
Rallies Over Ground Zero Mosque Get Heated Aug 24, 2010
Rauf, in an interview with Bahrain's Al Wasat newspaper, said America's sweeping constitutional rights are more in line with Islamic principles than the limits imposed by some Muslim nations. "American Muslims have the right to practice their religion in accordance with the Constitution of the United States," Rauf said. (Newsmax)
Mexican beauty crowned Miss Universe Aug 24, 2010
"I totally agree with President (Barack) Obama with the statement on constitutional rights of freedom of religion," she told Inside Edition, the US tabloid TV show. "I also agree that it shouldn't be so close to the World Trade Center (site). We should be more concerned with the tragedy than religion.". (Yahoo! Asia News)
War On Roadside Crosses Aug 24, 2010
DAVID wrote on Aug 23, 2010 4:59 PM:" THOMAS: It is not I who chose to allow GOD in our country and it's fixtures, It was there prior to my birth. Because of hatred (or jealousy) from those who oppose many things were disallowed contrary to constitutional rights. You are military, how did you address the prayer to our flag (THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE)?, With or without "UNDER GOD" proudly proclaimed. " ... DAVID wrote on Aug 22, 2010 3:16 PM:" Thomas: joke or no joke, Please keep your cool when... (New Iberia, LA)
NY Mosque Imam: US Rights in Line With Islam Aug 23, 2010
The imam spearheading plans for an Islamic center near the New York site of the Sept. 11 attacks says America's sweeping constitutional rights are more in line with Islamic principles than the limits imposed by some Muslim nations. Imam Feisal Abdul Rauf told the Al Wasat newspaper in Bahrain that the freedoms enshrined by the U.S. Constitution also reflect true Muslim values. (Newsmax)
Angry crowds swell rallies over N.Y. mosque Aug 23, 2010
In an interview with Bahrain s Al Wasat newspaper, he said that America s sweeping constitutional rights are more in line with Islamic principles than the limits imposed by some Muslim nations. Governor David Paterson of New York has suggested that state land farther from ground zero be used for the center. (Boston Globe)
Man whose conviction was overturned still fighting Aug 23, 2010
The city says it can't honor an earlier agreement to pay any judgment against the detective because a local ordinance bars it from indemnifying an employee who violates someone's constitutional rights. (Copyright 2010 by The Associated Press. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Will the White House Fight to End the Cuba Travel Ban? Aug 23, 2010
But Democratic Congressman Howard Berman of California, a co-sponsor of the bill, says tearing down the travel ban is about more than Cuban rights it's also about the constitutional rights of U.S. citizens to travel freely abroad. "Letting U.S. citizens travel to Cuba is not a gift to the Castros it is in the interest of our own citizens," Berman said after the House committee vote this summer. (Time.com)
Imam's Wife: Ground Zero Mosque Not Moving Aug 23, 2010
In an interview with a Bahraini newspaper set to appear Monday, Rauf reportedly said that U.S. constitutional rights are more in line with Islamic principles than the limits imposed by some Muslim nations. In a copy of the article obtained by The Associated Press, he is quoted saying the freedoms enshrined by the U.S. Constitution reflect true Muslim values. (Newsmax)
President Obama: Muslim Missionary? Aug 21, 2010
"You mean because he is defending even the most hated peoples constitutional rights? Ruth Wrote: Aug 17, 2010 4:22 PM Go below to see what I have written you on your last post patriotlady64 Wrote: Aug 17, 2010 4:22 PM No, because he FIGHTS for ISLAM and denigrates Christianity.... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=df6vXLytoWg patriotlady64 Wrote: Aug 17, 2010 4:23 PM .....That is why is a TOTAL DISGRACE! uber Wrote: Aug 17, 2010 4:48 PM Obama is defending Christianity in that video. You are the one... (Townhall.com)
Clever Leaders Are Plundering Our Freedoms Aug 21, 2010
Those who construct moral melodramas starring themselves on the side of the angels against the forces of evil are ready to disregard the constitutional rights of those they demonize, and to overstep the limits put on the powers of the federal government set by the Constitution. The outcries of protest in the media, in academia and in politics, when the Supreme Court ruled this year that people in corporations have the same free-speech rights as other Americans, are a painful reminder of how... (Investors Business Daily)
Liberia: As 2011 Election Draw Nearer Freedom House Expected in September for Assessment Aug 21, 2010
Rev. Toe explained further that Freedom House-USA has decided to place emphasis on the youths and women so as to sensitize and educate them as it regards their basic constitutional rights as far as electioneering politics and the responsibilities of political parties, civil society institutions is concerned. The US based group believes that indeed youths and women needed to be well informed about their basic rights as it relates to the electoral process as the 2011 elections draw nearer. (allAfrica.com)
NYC Mosque Draws Interfaith Support in California Aug 21, 2010
Supporters led by Mayor Michael Bloomberg say the center's constitutional rights to religious freedom should be protected. Supporters in Los Angeles said those who question the wisdom of the mosque and community center near ground zero are missing the larger point about freedom of religion. (Newsmax)
NYC Mosque Leaders Promise Not to Cave Aug 21, 2010
"Constitutional rights, the development of the Muslims here, how the world is watching the United States. We tell people America upholds religious freedom. We should not compromise those values.". Khan spoke to Sally Quinn of the Washington Post, who quoted her in a. (ABC News)
Lessons from a Landmark Judgement Aug 21, 2010
This sadly has led to some people being wrongly tried and convicted in spite of the immunity granted them as constitutional rights. Is that not miscarriage of justice. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
South Africa: Lawyers Warn Against 'Dangerous' Information Bill Aug 20, 2010
Then there were the constitutional rights of freedom of expression (section 16) and access to information held by the state (section 32). Relevant Links. (allAfrica.com)
Dr. Laura and the Mosque Aug 20, 2010
Perhaps the other one might clarify the issues of "constitutional rights" vs. "right and wrong" for our friends on the left ... What the Dr. Laura episode (and the mosque defenders' silence about it) proves is that everyone -- including Dr. Laura -- understands the distinction between possessing constitutional rights and the responsibility of deploying them with basic decency and sensitivity to others. (Townhall.com)
Namibia: March Ban 'Unconstitutional' Aug 20, 2010
The police public relations division issued a statement last week saying "no demonstrations or gatherings would be permissible" between August 12 and 20, because the police would find it "difficult, if not impossible, to provide people or individuals who may want to exercise their constitutional rights in the form of demonstrations or gatherings". The ban, coincidentally or conveniently, came just two days before the Rally for Democracy and Progress (RDP), Namibia's official opposition, was to... (allAfrica.com)
Column: A lesson on Muslim 'sensitivity' Aug 20, 2010
Similar to then, American Muslims are now asked to hit the pause button regarding their constitutional rights because of the actions of terrorists on 9/11. After some coordination between the Secret Service and the airline, I ended up arriving at the president's ranch a few days later. (USA Today)
Of Mosques and Martha's Vineyard Aug 19, 2010
Obama immediately drew fire from the right, including former House Speaker Newt Gingrich, who said Obama was "." The left cheered until the next day, when Obama stressed that he was defending Muslim Americans' constitutional rights, not opining on the "" of erecting a mosque near Ground Zero. As The Washington Post's , "Obama managed to collect all the political damage for taking an unpopular stand without gaining credit for political courage.". (Slate)
12-year-old driver cited after accident Aug 19, 2010
We try to balance their constitutional rights and the polices responsibility to protect local citizens. We recommend that they have a license to ensure they are bonded to make sure they know the regulations when operating in the city and are not wanted or have a criminal history. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Sullum: Eye of Newt: The Former House Speaker Knows a 'Stealth Jihadi' When He Sees One Aug 19, 2010
Townhall - Jacob Sullum - Eye of Newt: The Former House Speaker Knows a 'Stealth Jihadi' When He Sees One. Eye of Newt: The Former House Speaker Knows a 'Stealth Jihadi' When He Sees One. (Townhall.com)
Hawkins: The Seven Greatest Presidents in American History Aug 19, 2010
Pagan Conservative Wrote: Aug 17, 2010 11:58 PM Hawkins writes "Lincoln also gets dinged for dramatically curtailing constitutional rights during the war, but as the old saying goes, "The Constitution is not a suicide pact ... "Lincoln also gets dinged for dramatically curtailing constitutional rights during the war, but as the old saying goes, "The Constitution is not a suicide pact ... "Lincoln also gets dinged for dramatically curtailing constitutional rights during the war, but as the old... (Townhall.com)
Feds: No crime spying on kids via webcams Aug 19, 2010
In particular, Firefox has a well-developed add-on ecosystem including (for "super-cookies like Adobe's irritating Flash plug-ins) and (lets me specify by domain). Whatever browser you use most, you'll probably be able to find ways to block at least some unwanted behavior. I'm testing 's tools, which go much further than others (, by some accounts), as well. One thing I don't do is block cookies from host sites. I don't mind at all if a website I use regularly -- especially a site offering me... (Salon)
D.R. Horton sues to limit FTC investigation Aug 19, 2010
The complaint is part of a lawsuit Horton has filed against the , claiming the agency s investigation of potential infractions of the Equal Credit Opportunity Act and the Consumer Credit Protection Act violate Horton s constitutional rights by hindering the homebuilder s business operations. Horton did not say how much it has spent complying with a documents request, but estimated that compliance would take thousands of hours of management and staff time over the course of several years. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
California's choice: Build the future, or burn Aug 18, 2010
They argued that same-sex couples should not be denied their constitutional rights while the appeal is pursued, and that government agencies would suffer no harm by being required to sanction same-sex marriages ... Boise and Orson said gay couples "will continue to suffer irreparable harm if Proposition 8's irrational deprivation of their constitutional rights is prolonged.". (Salon)
Obama courageous on mosque Aug 18, 2010
That public position, however, was not just principled, reaffirming the constitutional rights of citizens and communities to freedom of religion. It was also a daring step toward restoring dignity to millions of Muslim Americans by welcoming them into the bosom of the American family, thereby helping all Americans overcome the trauma of 9/11. (CNN -- US)
911 Mosque Debate Grows, Splinters... Aug 18, 2010
"I'm proud to be endorsed by someone who speaks what he believes and speaks about the principles and the ideals and the constitutional rights of America," he said ... ""This is an issue for New York to resolve as long as it respects those constitutional rights, where, let's also step back and say: let's stop playing politics with religion," he said, standing with Mr. Bloomberg.As the two men stood in a shopping plaza parking lot, an audience member and mosque opponent, Robert B. Sklaroff, began... (The Drudge Report)
Ban on military-funeral protests tossed Aug 17, 2010
The justices are being asked to address how far states can go to justify picket-free zones and the use of "floating buffers" to silence or restrict the speech or movements of demonstrators exercising their constitutional rights in a funeral setting. Various jurisdictions across the nation have responded to the protests with varying levels of control over the church protesters. (CNN)
Gay marriages on hold until 2011 Aug 17, 2010
"I think it's unfortunate that my constitutional rights are being put on hold, but I'm going to give the courts the benefit of the doubt because I think they are going to come out on our side in the end," said Brian Fiorino, who had lined up in San Jose with his partner, Duke Khuu, last week awaiting Walker's decision and hoping to wed right away. The 9th Circuit gave the two sides in the case the next few months to file briefs on Walker's ruling, and set arguments for the week of Dec. 6, which... (Appeal Democrat, CA)
Sestak frames NYC mosque dispute as rights question Aug 17, 2010
Joe Sestak said that as long as constitutional rights are respected, it's up to New Yorkers to make the decisions on a proposal to build an Islamic study center and mosque near the former site of the World Trade Center. "I believe in the constitutional right of religious freedom and that the separation of church and state applies equally to everyone," Mr. Sestak, D-Delaware County, said yesterday. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Ruling blocks gay weddings for now Aug 17, 2010
They argued that same-sex couples should not be denied their constitutional rights while the appeal is pursued and that government agencies would suffer no harm by being required to sanction same-sex marriages. The Proposition 8 legal team said Walker had erred in concluding there was no evidence that allowing same-sex unions would undermine heterosexual marriages. (Boston Globe)
Rep King (R-NY) on Mosque: The Great Communicator Is "Trying To Have It Both Ways" Aug 17, 2010
This has nothing to do with constitutional rights or freedom of religion; it has everything to do with sensibility and decency. To recycle the Great Communicator's catch phrase: He is acting stupidly. (Townhall.com)
Indonesian president calls for religious tolerance Aug 16, 2010
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Stokes: Can We? Yes Aug 16, 2010
We have seen many Constitutional abuses over the years of just the encroachments Benjamin Franklin warned the Nations people abouta central government wrestling the powers of the people and states away and establishing them in the central government as if they were Constitutional rights of the central government all along. They aren't. (Townhall.com)
Nigeria: Defiant Former Vice-President Declares Presidential Bid Aug 16, 2010
Defiant Former Vice-President Declares Presidential Bid. Chuks Okocha and Imam Imam. (allAfrica.com)
Micheli is a working man Aug 15, 2010
Vote for Ron Micheli by Aug. 17 if you value your freedom and constitutional rights. Or, just roost on the couch and complain. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Tolerance seems to flowin one direction Aug 14, 2010
The Ground Zero mosque, as many have observed, boils down to a case of property and constitutional rights versus what is right. The insensitivity to those who still grieve over 9/11 aside, it takes a willful brand of myopia to not even consider that the choice of location for the mosque is not entirely innocent. (NJ.com -- Times)
Judge doubts gay marriage ban's backers can appeal Aug 13, 2010
By contrast, same-sex couples are being denied their constitutional rights every day they are prohibited from marrying, Walker said. Same-sex couple Phillip Alvarado, left, and Matthew Hawk, right, of San Francisco, fill out forms for a marriage license at City Hall in San Francisco, Thursday, Aug. 12, 2010. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
The Other State in California's Gay-Marriage Tangle Aug 13, 2010
Valerie Larabee, executive director of the Utah Pride Center, says she was delighted for the families who were brave enough to put their names on the case and stand up for their constitutional rights. "The bravery and the hard work of many people in the state of California and beyond has forced the conversation of marriage equality to be a global conversation," says Larabee. (Time.com)
Judge says another FDNY test is biased Aug 13, 2010
Friday August 13, 2010. The city will be forced to give current firefighters plenty of overtime, now that a judge has prevented it from taking on new candidates. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Judge lifts stay on Calif. gay marriage ruling Aug 13, 2010
Shortly after that, two gay couples filed a federal challenge the case settled by Walker, who agreed with their argument that Proposition 8 violated their constitutional rights to equal protection and due process. Proposition 8 fails to advance any rational basis in singling out gay men and lesbians for denial of a marriage license, Walker wrote in his opinion, issued Aug. 4. (Boston Globe)
Mackenzie: Beginning to Hanker for W Aug 13, 2010
He and his son deserve legal representation -- and the ACLU and the Center for Constitutional Rights have offered to provide it, pro bono. Leftists and their support groups never seem to cease getting high on helping those who want to harm -- even destroy -- the United States. (Townhall.com)
Domestic Partnership Petition Stays Sealed Aug 12, 2010
The U.S. Supreme Court had ruled in June that release of the signatures does not violate constitutional rights, but said the group behind the Washington state initiative can still try to prove the release would put petition signers in danger. Referendum 71 asked voters to either keep or reject the "everything but marriage" law that expanded already established domestic partnerships for gay couples in Washington state. (KIRO TV, WA)
CIA's Response to Call for Terror Suspect Data Ruled Adequate Aug 12, 2010
With one exception, Southern District Judge Loretta A. Preska upheld the refusal of the CIA and other agencies to release documents sought in four different FOIA requests made by Amnesty International, the Center for Constitutional Rights and Washington Square Legal Services Inc. The organizations had hoped the documents would shed light on the secret rendition of detainees and the alleged mistreatment and physical abuse of detainees through techniques that included waterboarding ... One of the... (Law.com)
Fingerprint sharing sees 47,000 illegals deported Aug 12, 2010
Markowitz's clinic, the National Day Laborer Organizers Network and the Center for Constitutional Rights had requested and sued for the statistics. Immigration and Customs Enforcement released some of the documents late Monday. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
General and scholartest reform waters Aug 12, 2010
The only remedy is to launch political reforms to truly give people back their constitutional rights and freedoms ... Coming down to details, in his opinion people must be given back constitutional rights and freedoms, such as the rights of election and supervision of government, and the freedom of speech and publication. (Asia Times Online)
Is Judge Vaughn Walker really gay? Aug 11, 2010
Boise and Orson said gay couples "will continue to suffer irreparable harm if Proposition 8's irrational deprivation of their constitutional rights is prolonged.". Santa Cruz County Clerk Gail Peelers, president of the California Association of Clerk and Elected Officials, said county agencies that issue marriage licenses will be ready to serve same-sex couples whenever they get the green light. (Salon)
A conservative explains the US Constitution to Fox News Aug 10, 2010
These are fundament constitutional rights. The Bill of Rights guarantees Fox News and you, Chris Wallace, the right to speak. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Read the transcript Aug 10, 2010
But I don't want to see not our constitutional rights shredded and that's what the Obama health law does. First of all, it requires everyone to buy this one-size-fits-all plan and enlarges the powers of the IRS to track you down and penalize you if you don't. (Fox News)
Obama To Hold Event At University Of Texas Aug 9, 2010
I'm willing to bet you won't like him when your taxes go up a few hundred dollars a month, or when your constitutional rights are stripped and you can't even type what you said on here. Bottom line is, while you are entitled to your view, your wrong, and what makes me right. (KWTX.com, TX)
› Zuma mulls Municipal Act Aug 9, 2010
Free State ANC provincial secretary Sibongile Besani said amendments would go against constitutional rights of ANC members and added it was unfortunate Shiceka had gone to parliament instead of before the NGC.. Eastern Cape regional secretary General Moso said changes were opportunistic and undermined the intelligence of ANC members. (iAfrica.com)
Women on Supreme Court no longer ‘curiosities’ Aug 8, 2010
The justices voted, 8 to 1, that the search violated the student s constitutional rights. Copyright 2010 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Calif. gov: Let gay marriages resume Aug 8, 2010
Schwarzenegger and Attorney General Jerry Brown filed briefs two days after Chief U.S District Judge Vaughn Walker ruled California's voter-approved ban on same-sex marriage, known as Proposition 8, violated the constitutional rights of same-sex couples. In his Wednesday ruling, Walker also issued a temporary stay, which stopped his decision from taking effect. (CNN -- US)
Right to remain silent?Only if you say so Aug 8, 2010
But three recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions have narrowed the protections Miranda offers, in at least one instance placing a greater burden on a suspect to clearly invoke their constitutional rights during police questioning. In a ruling issued June 1, the court voted 5-4 that after receiving the Miranda warning, suspects silence during police questioning does not require officers to end the interrogation. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Sunday shows: Prop. 8's Nov. impact Aug 8, 2010
Now, if moral disapproval violates constitutional rights as Judge walker stated, then is he contradicting himself. Constitutional politics is known to, and accepted to use, persuasion to initiate change. (TheHill.com)
Schwarzenegger: Allow same-sex marriages to resume Aug 8, 2010
Boise and Orson said gay couples "will continue to suffer irreparable harm if Proposition 8's irrational deprivation of their constitutional rights is prolonged." ... One man's constitutional rights are trampled, and thousands of fans cheer By David Sirota. (Salon)
Schwarzenegger: Same-sex weddings should resume Aug 8, 2010
Boies and Olson said gay couples "will continue to suffer irreparable harm if Proposition 8's irrational deprivation of their constitutional rights is prolonged.". It was unclear when the judge would decide whether to order the state to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples or to grant a stay that would keep the gay marriage ban in effect during the appeals process. (Pensacola News Journal)
