If though, common sence prevails and the Court agrees that the law means what it says and says what it means, that ironically could mean catastrophic success for the Republicans.
George Washington Understood The Constitution’s Power…
If in the opinion of the People, the distribution or modification of the Constitutional powers be in any particular wrong, let it be corrected by an amendment in the way which the Constitution designates. But let there be no change by usurpation; for though this, in one instance, may be the instrument of good, it is the customary weapon by which free governments are destroyed.
Quick thoughts on 2016 election strategy.
Before we know it, the Republican debates will be upon us, and we will be made to choose sides. The debate over the PATRIOT Act has defined those sides. Will we choose the one that promises greater security, or the one that promises greater liberty?
Rick Perry is Back
In 2012, Former Texas Governor Rick Perry failed to meet expectations, giving several cringe worthy performances during the Republican debates. Now he's back, and perhaps better than ever. During his campaign kickoff event in Addison, TX on Tuesday he seemed like a more confident and more well-rounded candidate than he did four years ago.
Sen. Ted Cruz Sends UN Chief Letter Defending Israel
Tuesday, the office of Senator Ted Cruz issued this press release with an open letter to the U.N. Secratary-General that warns of possible serious consequences for the U.S.'s relationship with the U.N., should the State of Israel be added to their list of “parties to conflict who commit grave violations against children.” http://www.cruz.senate.gov: Sen. Cruz to U.N.: Israel Is … Continue reading Sen. Ted Cruz Sends UN Chief Letter Defending Israel
Lindsey Graham Kicks Off Presidential Campaign.
Senator Lindsey Graham (R) SC, on Monday officially announced he is running for President of the United States.
The Fourth Amendment Just Caught a Break
Section 215 of the PATRIOT Act was allowed to expire thanks to Rand Paul's objection to the vote on the U.S.A. Freedom Act compromise passed by the House. Some in the Republican party have predicted doom if this happened. We're now on day two of no Sec 215 and are still alive.
Deadline Looms for Patriot Act
In a few days, we commemorate the 71st anniversary of Normandy landings known as "D-day". On that day, thousands of Americans risked all so our rights here at home would not be lost to an evil adversary who would have done away with them. Today marks another "D-Day" of sorts, a day not nearly as dramatic or dangerous, but one that will require some of our fellow Americans to show courage and a willingness to sacrifice themselves for our rights.
Martin O’Malley would like to do for you what he did for Baltimore and Maryland.
From a city that recently has seen riots that resulted in parts of it being burned to the ground after the death of Freddie Gray, and where murder and violent crime rates continue to soar in their wake, O'Malley launched his campaign for president.
Liberty Relearned 