NCT: LETTERS, Aug. 18, 2008 Aug 19, 2008
The first was the conclusion that an error in the recount process denied equal protection of the law because it did not consider all counties the same, notwithstanding the conservative justices who voted for this conclusion had never made such a holding in election law in the past, and did not require uniform election procedures in all counties, and explicitly stated that this holding could not be used for future precedent (they were that ashamed of it. . (North County Times)
LETTERS: NCT, July 5, 2008 Jul 6, 2008
Well, the source of that sort of hysterical drivel, that sort of hyperbolic nonsense comes not from any logic or any reasoning or any rational thought process, but from the mind of one who cannot stand to have the law favor "equal protection of the laws" over the unequal protection of the laws using religious beliefs as a guide ... What Steigerwald seems to be promoting is church control of marriage, and he wants to do this by the marriage of Church and State, to deny certain segments of the... (North County Times)
LETTERS: NCT, June 29, 2008 Jun 30, 2008
"Do you demand equal compliance with the Bible prohibitions of these "abominations"? Alf wrote on Jun 29, 2008 1:48 PM:Well, "to Bill Too" at 1:23PM, I read somewhere that the original proposed text for the Second Amendment was in reverse order, something like "The right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed, a well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State". No matter how you look at it, the militia was to be drawn from the people and, as such, the... (North County Times)
Violence in New Iberia Jun 25, 2008
there no equal protection of the law for us. lets take for an example drug use, whites use drugs at rate 10 times greater then blacks but police arrest blacks 95% of the time according to Justice department statistics. (New Iberia, LA)
First Circuit Rules on 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' Appeal Jun 11, 2008
Counsel for the plaintiffs argued that "'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' punishes gay, lesbian and bisexual service members . . . for their sexual orientation and for their private, constitutionally protected conduct. As a result, it has denied and continues to deny them several Constitutional rights, including the right to privacy, equal protection of the law, and freedom of speech." Kathi Westcott, SLDN Director of Legal Services, said, "Unfortunately the court's decision rests on a misinterpretation... (PR Newswire)
Court upholds 'don't ask, don't tell' Jun 10, 2008
The plaintiffs said the policy violated their right to due process and equal protection of the law by banning them from the military for being gay. Their case was originally dismissed in 2006. (Boston Globe)
LETTERS: NCT, May 20, 2008 May 21, 2008
Both the State and Federal Constitutions have provisions about equal protection of the law ... Both the State and Federal Constitutions have provisions about equal protection of the law. (North County Times)
LETTERS: May 5, 2008 May 6, 2008
The 6th Amendment uses the word "witnesses" not citizen "witnesses.In the 9th and 10 Amendments, the word "people" is used, not citizen.Finally, in the 14th Amendment not only are the words "All persons born or naturalized" definitively used to define natural born citizenship but the 14th clearly states that all PERSONS are covered by equal protection of U.S. law; to wit:"Nor shall any state DEPRIVE ANY PERSON OF LIFE, LIBERTY OR PROPERTY, WITHOUT DUE PROCESS OF LAW, NOR DENY ANY PERSON... (North County Times)
Tribal members push to keep Native American holiday Apr 16, 2008
According to the organization's mission statement on its official Web site, , "Federal Indian Policy is unaccountable, destructive, racist and unconstitutional. It is therefore CERA's mission to ensure the equal protection of the law as guaranteed to all citizens by the Constitution of the United States of America.". Recognition of new paid holiday would strengthen Indian and non-Indian relations in a county with two Indian reservations and where more than half of its residents are Indian, said... (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Signatures Collected For Vote On Same-Sex Marriage Apr 5, 2008
"A gay couple can't get married and get those protections. They're denied the fundamental right to marry and they're denied equal protection of the law," said Eric Isaacson, who supports same-sex marriage. But now an initiative to keep marriage between man and woman could end up back in the hands of voters come November. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Massive subdivision resubmitted in Ravalli County Mar 20, 2008
That denial led to a lawsuit from Ashby's Wesmont Builders Inc. alleging that it had been denied due process and equal protection of the law. More interestingly, the company argued the county's denial amounted to an illegal taking of its property. (Missoulian, MT)
UA expert: Poverty drives illegal immigration (509) Mar 15, 2008
Bettybb wrote on Mar 10, 2008 2:45 PM:" Ever heard of legal immigration? Politicians, business, the print media never ask for legal immigrants. Why not? First, it is not slave labor; legal immigrants have to be treated properly. Second, legal immigrants come from all over the world, and that does not promote the USA's integration wth Mexico into a North American Union, The argument that business needs cheap labor for our nation to grow has been used time and time again in our history, including... (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Inmate goes to court vs. MPD Mar 3, 2008
I have been denied equal protection of the law and loss of liberty due to the direct mis-use (sic) of power by these officers. U.S. District Judge Richard Schell filed an acknowledgement of receipt for Kitchens complaint, and has referred it to U.S. District Magistrate Judge Don Bush, according to federal court records. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Letters to the Editor - 2/22/2008 Feb 23, 2008
There are Constitutional guarantees of both LIBERTY and EQUAL PROTECTION OF THE LAW. And, just wondering, but which letter or post was this supposed to be in response to. porn industry wrote on Feb 22, 2008 7:53 AM: What in the world is Charles Bondy's problem with pornography. (North County Times)
Expulsion Of HIV-positive Recruits From Police College Irks Activists Feb 3, 2008
SERAP, in a petition to the Inspector General of Police dated February 2, 2008, and signed by its executive director, Adetokunbo Mumuni, said "expelling the police recruits on the ground of their HIV status amounts to a discriminatory treatment and a clear denial of their rights to equal protection of the law. "What the police authorities have done violates Nigeria's constitutional commitments and international human rights obligations, including under the International Covenant on Civil and... (Guardian News, Nigeria)
A SCANDALOUS LAW Nov 23, 2007
Davis wants the Supreme Court to rule that the Millionaires' Amendment unconstitutionally burdens the First Amendment right of political advocacy and violates the Constitution's guarantee of equal protection of the law. It does both. (New York Post -- Opinions)
Restricting the Political Speech of the Rich Nov 22, 2007
Davis wants the Supreme Court to rule that the Millionaires' Amendment unconstitutionally burdens the First Amendment right of political advocacy and violates the Constitution's guarantee of equal protection of the law ... Davis wants the Supreme Court to rule that the Millionaires' Amendment unconstitutionally burdens the First Amendment right of political advocacy and violates the Constitution's guarantee of equal protection of the law. (Townhall.com)
Cohn: Musharraf Plays Bush Nov 22, 2007
And his declaration of emergency attacked the entire population of Pakistan by suspending fundamental constitutional rights to life and liberty, freedom of speech, assembly and association, and equal protection of the law. . (Zmag.org)
Fred Thompson Rejects GOP's Pro-Life Platform Plank Nov 6, 2007
Since 1984, the year President Ronald Reagan ran for re-election, each quadrennial Republican platform has included the same pro-life language, calling for both a human life amendment and for legislation making clear that the 14th Amendment, which includes the right to equal protection of the law, extends to unborn babies. On "Meet the Press," Russert read Thompson the language of the Republican "pro-life" plank and asked Thompson to state his position on it. (CNSnews.com)
County's Right to Life chapter holds first-ever banquet here by Dave Lewis with The Meteor Oct 10, 2007
The grassroots organization, part of Texas Right to Life, has as its theme seeking due process of law and equal protection of the law for all human beings, from the moment of fertilization until natural death, without regard to age or physical and mental competence, through legal, peaceful and prayerful means. he primary purpose for the banquet was to educate people and increase awareness of Right to Life; to let people know what we're about, said Betty Ann Reynolds, president of the Madison... (Madisonville Meteor, TX)
Foothill District sued over Utterback firing Sep 11, 2007
Utterback claims the district violated his rights to due process and equal protection of the law secured by California s constitution. The lawsuit also references the district s alleged violations of the Ralph Brown Act and the Public Records Act, saying FFPD denied Utterback his rights as an employee under Cal Health and Health Safety Code. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Lendman: "Unrecognized" Palestinians Sep 10, 2007
-- "All persons are equal before the law and are entitled without any discrimination to the equal protection of the law.". . (Zmag.org)
Guilt Admitted in Murder Trial Aug 26, 2007
They are guaranteed the equal protection of the law by the 14th amendment, he told Webb. That means they have a right to be jurors and decide guilt or innocence no matter what their views on the death penalty might be. (The Pilot Newspaper)
A Test Case for Abolishing Family Aug 22, 2007
Mangini and Roberts claimed this unfairly discriminated against them, violating their rights to "due process" and equal protection of the law under the Fifth Amendment ... Mangini and Roberts claimed this unfairly discriminated against them, violating their rights to "due process" and equal protection of the law under the Fifth Amendment. (Townhall.com)
Policing won't suffer during trial: Johnson Jun 17, 2007
laintiff also claims he has been denied equal protection of the law in violation of the Fourteenth Amendment, the order stated. Johnson, who began employment with the CPD in 1974 as a patrolman, subsequently advanced through the ranks to the position of assistant chief and then served as interim chief from August 2003 to November 2003. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Aruri: Israeli Occupation & Peace Jun 7, 2007
And Im talking about a single state based on the equal protection of the law, as in the 14th amendment of the US constitution [or the Canadian Charter of Rights. . (Zmag.org)
Court upholds payday loan convictions May 19, 2007
In a unanimous decision, the Supreme Court found no merit to Dunlap and Glenn s contentions that the Act denied them equal protection of the law because it treats out-of-state banks differently than in-state residents. The Supreme Court said that the appellants are not similarly situated to out-of-state banks because, as in-state lenders, they are subject to Georgia regulations that do not apply to the out-of-state banks. (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
State's payday loan ban stands May 16, 2007
Glenn and Dunlap challenged the convictions, arguing that the 2004 measure denied them equal protection of the law by treating out-of-state banks differently from Georgia lenders. The defendants also argued that the law didn't specifically prohibit the transactions they offered: "cashing checks" and "land options with rebates.". (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Bennett Interviews Abu-Jamal's Attorney Apr 20, 2007
Rendell was the elected district attorney at the time in question, and so would have been responsible for the supposed 'routine' racially discriminatory practices of Philadelphia prosecutors, Abu-Jamal's accusations necessarily implicate Mr. Rendell personally," This request followed the March 22 announcement that Abu-Jamal would have oral arguments in Philadelphia on May 17, where the court will consider four different issues that have already been certified for appeal. Supporters have... (Zmag.org)
APA speaker criticizes Bush administration Apr 5, 2007
He also cited the wording of the 14th Amendment, noting that it grants equal protection of the law to all persons, rather than citizens. In a question-and-answer period, an audience member pointed out that the amendment applies to areas of state jurisdiction. (The Cavalier Daily, VA)
Priest says gay pedophiles treated unfairly Mar 8, 2007
Defrocked priest Michael Stephen Baker, 59, said the provision denies equal protection of the law to gay people. He cited a provision of the U.S. Constitution that has been used to advance racial and gender equality. (Los Angeles Times)
Lendman: Israel's Matrix Feb 3, 2007
-- The right of all persons to equal protection of the law without discrimination. and much more. (Zmag.org)
First Circuit Court of Appeals to Hear Oral Arguments on March 7 in 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' Case Jan 31, 2007
As a result, the plaintiffs argue, it has denied and continues to deny them several constitutional rights, including the right to privacy, equal protection of the law, and freedom of speech. The challenge to "Don't Ask, Don't Tell," the plaintiffs' appeal brief asserts, is "grounded in basic principles of identity, equality and freedom." The plaintiffs in Cook v. Gates all served honorably in the United States Army, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard. (PR Newswire)
Scalia, Other Justices Defend 2000 Florida Recount Jan 26, 2007
"Counting somebody else's dimpled chad and not counting my dimpled chad is not giving equal protection of the law," Scalia said at Iona. Justice Clarence Thomas and the late Chief Justice William Rehnquist, who died in 2005, also were part of the majority. (Newsmax)
Shen student files lawsuit against district Jan 12, 2007
Bush's actions, according to the legal papers, were not based on school policy and violate the student's right to free speech, due process of law, and equal protection of the law under the U.S. Constitution. M.G. and his parents said other students have been allowed to wear clothing in the school mocking the President of the U.S., protesting the war in Iraq, and poking fun at religious beliefs without incident. (Community News Weekly, NY)
A challenge: One country, many faiths Jan 8, 2007
Equal protection of the law. That's the stuff that makes us Americans. (USA Today)
More of this story Jan 7, 2007
The attorney said she is concerned about court requirements of due process and equal protection of the law being followed. Among the legislative needs the administration of Pine Bluff Mayor Carl Redus Jr. says should be considered. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
WEEK IN REVIEW: reporters' notebook: the year in review Dec 31, 2006
In October, Municipal Judge George Assad ruled the ordinance was unconstitutional because it was vague and denied equal protection of the law. Illustration by. (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Nevada News)
Here's a bowl of advice to make these meaningful Dec 29, 2006
Those schools that also succeed in beating the point spread would be required to pressure those same establishments to afford equal protection of the law to male undergraduates on Ladies' Night. Any conference whose representatives win more bowl games than they lose would, in a given year, confer on all of its graduates both a diploma and a coupon for a free car wash. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Report paints grim picture of Asian rights abuses Dec 23, 2006
"There is a common failure to develop a criminal justice system before which everyone is equal, everyone enjoys the equal protection of the law and every violation of rights has a remedy," it said. "Such a legal system is, in fact, a far-off dream in many countries," the report said, adding that corruption among social elites and "powerful forces" are to blame for restraining the development of a credible criminal justice system. (Yahoo News -- Human Rights)
Question of using race as a factor in voluntary plans sees little support from Supreme Court bench Dec 5, 2006
At the core of the arguments is the 14th Amendment's promise of equal protection of the law, which the court has interpreted to require strict scrutiny of any racial classification. "I thought that was one of the absolute restrictions, that you cannot judge and classify people on the basis of race," said Scalia. (Newsday -- Nation)
Morgan County: Appeals court overturns ruling Nov 30, 2006
Scarbrough alleged that the Board and four of its members, Perry Spurling, Debbie Lively, Randy Harlan and Conrad Strand violated several of his constitutional rights "including freedom of speech, freedom of association, free exercise of religion and equal protection of the law.". "The district court dismissed the case, finding that inasmuch as Scarbrough had not gone to the convention or spoken in the church, he had no First Amendment right to protect," the opinion from the Court of Appeals... (Kingston Roane County News, TN)
Federal judge rejects Vegas ban on feeding homeless in parks Nov 22, 2006
That judge said the measure denied equal protection of the law to all citizens. email alerts Enter your email address to get Breaking News newsletters. (AZCentral -- News)
Judge nixes Las Vegas homeless food ban Nov 21, 2006
That judge said the measure denied equal protection of the law to all citizens. SHOP BAKERSFIELD. (Bakersfield Californian -- Nation)
CITY PARKS: Judge rejects LV law Nov 21, 2006
The judge said the measure denied equal protection of the law to all citizens. A final ruling by Jones in the Sacco vs. City of Las Vegas case is expected to affect several similar cases pending in Municipal Court. (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Nevada News)
Las Vegas Now Says Feeding Homeless Ordinance Unconstitutional Oct 28, 2006
The judge said the law is vague and denies the homeless people equal protection of the law. The American Civil Liberties Union filed a lawsuit in August wanting the ordinance overturned and say this judge's decision supports their claim that the law is unconstitutional. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
UNCONSTITUTIONAL ORDINANCE: Homeless feeding ban rejected Oct 27, 2006
In dismissing the misdemeanor case against Patrick Band, Judge George Assad said the ordinance was unconstitutional because it was vague and denied equal protection of the law. Advertisement. (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Nevada News)
Letters to the editor, 10-24 Oct 24, 2006
The 14th Amendment couldn't be clearer: "nor shall any state deprive any person of life, liberty or property, without due process of law, nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the law.". Persons at any stage are valuable. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
• Supreme Court reviews Elgin doctor's case Oct 19, 2006
The board wants the Supreme Court to reinstate the revocation of Hsu's license, while Hsu is challenging Anderson's ruling that the board did not violate his right to due process and equal protection of the law. Stefanson argued Wednesday that the board had brushed off Hoberg's disciplinary recommendation, and that it was arguing it could discipline doctors any way it pleased. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Rendered invisible by politicians Oct 5, 2006
The Supreme Court was asked to find that the use of age to subject some social assistance recipients to these work-readiness programs on pain of being reduced to well below a subsistence income level was a violation of the Charter guarantee of equal protection of the law. Ample evidence was presented in the lower courts of both the extremely high level of unemployment at the time, especially among younger people, and the devastating effect that having their benefit drastically cut had on... (Toronto Star -- Opinion)
A modern civil rights movement Sep 26, 2006
It endorsed her argument that it was an unconstitutional denial of equal protection of the law for the university to add 20 points to the scores of black, Latino and Native American applicants. (The maximum score was 150; a perfect 1,600 SAT earned just 12 points. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
Don’t use our children as pawns Sep 21, 2006
It is about life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, it is about equal protection of the law, it is not about hurting others to protect so-called SANCTITY of concepts. You have been fed lies for too long. So wake up and smell the coffee. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Abuse victim sues county prosecutor Aug 30, 2006
Sylvia Flores alleged her daughter, Angie Leon, was denied equal protection of the law when county prosecutors released Leon s estranged and abusive husband about a month before he killed her. Flores filed the lawsuit after her daughter s killer, Abel Leon Ramirez, received a fixed life sentence for her murder. (Nampa Idaho Press-Tribune, ID)
Leon’s mom settles with county, gets $925,000 Aug 13, 2006
Idaho Press-Tribune staff and The Associated Press CALDWELL Canyon County will pay 925,000 to settle a lawsuit filed by the mother of Angie Leon, who alleged her daughter was denied equal protection of the law when county prosecutors released Leon s estranged and abusive husband about a month before he killed her. Sylvia Flores, the mother of Leon, filed suit in February 2005, contending Canyon County Prosecutor Dave Young failed to adequately train and supervise deputy prosecutors. (Idaho Press-Tribune)
Pelo pleads not guilty in arraignment Aug 12, 2006
No special treatment wrote on August 11, 2006 8:24 PM:"Why give this guy a special cell just because he was a police officer? No one is entitled to special treatment. He should be treated just like everybody else and placed in the general population of the jail. If he is threatened or attacked, he needs to defend himself like anyone else. Why give this 41 year old man greater protection than that given to a teenager? Lets understand that EQUAL PROTECTION OF THE LAW DOES NOT MEAN GREATER... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Your views: What marriage means Aug 5, 2006
How can removing equal protection of the law from the Constitution unite an entire country. Alabama's recent 81 percent passage of the gay marriage ban triggers a question. (Florida Today)
Cary Teen Found Guilty In Friend's Overdose Death Aug 1, 2006
"People who distribute drugs need to know they can be prosecuted for that. It shouldn't be about the victim's drug use. Every person in North Carolina is entitled to equal protection of the law.". A disposition hearing is scheduled for Friday to determine the defendant's sentence. (WRAL.com, NC)
Capital Briefs: July 24-28 Jul 24, 2006
Today, with a proposed constitutional amendment defining marriage, we would establish a law which would be at odds with the 14th Amendment, which guarantees equal protection of the law, Kucinich said. Y'All Come Down. (Human Events Online)
Read More... Jul 15, 2006
Article 7 All are equal before the law and are entitled without any discrimination to equal protection of the law. All are entitled to equal protection against any discrimination in violation of this Declaration and against any incitement to such discrimination. (Disinformation)
• Letter to the Editor - Discrimination claims flawed Jul 8, 2006
They claim such laws discriminate against them, deny them equal protection of the law and make them second-class citizens. Such claims are fatally flawed. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Supreme Court Considers Race Factors in School Admission Jun 15, 2006
Three years after the U.S. Supreme Court missed a golden opportunity to strike a blow for the principle that all citizens enjoy the equal protection of the law, the purportedly new and improved court is getting another chance. The issue at hand is remarkably similar to the case involving the University of Michigan's race-conscious admissions standards, except that it concerns public schools instead of higher education. (Human Events Online)
Schooling Citizenry To Be Foes May 29, 2006
It ruled that separate but equal treatment laws did not amount to denial of the equal protection of the law, Plessey v Ferguson (1896). When, however, in 1954, the question of the same equal protection came before the Supreme Court concerning segregation in the schools of the states of Kansas, South Carolina, Virginia and Delaware, the court was to rule that such treatment violated the Fourteenth Amendment of the constitution, Brown v Board of Education of Topeka (1954). (Ghana Web, Ghana)
MADRE:'Honor Crimes' Apr 19, 2006
"Honor crimes" are a recognized form of violence against women in international human rights law2, violating women's rights to life and security of the person; freedom from torture and cruel, inhuman, and degrading treatment; and the right to equality before the law and equal protection of the law. "Honor crimes" also violate rights guaranteed to women by the UN Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW), such as the right to freely choose one's spouse and... (Zmag.org)
Trial date set for former DOT employee's case Mar 6, 2006
"This action clearly violates the 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, Section 1, which states, 'No state shall deprive anyone of life, liberty or property without due process of law and ... the equal protection of the law.' ". Bruchon's property -- presumably including the computers -- eventually was presented to the SBI "under no oath and with no positive proof of ownership," the suspect complained. (Herald Sun)
Court lets judge receive bigger pension Jan 26, 2006
Kelley argued that his constitutional right to equal protection of the law was violated by revisions to state-government pensions that the legislature approved in 2001, when the State Employees' Retirement System was flush with cash. The law improved pension benefits for most lawmakers and about 340,000 state workers and teachers but excluded judges, state police and enforcement officers, district justices, and some long-serving legislators. (Philly.com -- News)
