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The Arizona Immigration Law

By newby

I agree that this has become a nuanced issue. What I don't agree with is how this law (in its present form) is being distorted and how the argument surrounding it is being framed. First and foremost, let's get to the heart of the matter: this issue is and should be solely about *illegal* immigration. Opponents of the new law skew the truth by saying it's "racist" and it unfairly singles out Hispanic people. Most opponents say this without actually knowing what's in the law. AZ police can't stop anyone on the street without due cause and demand papers, as... »

Framing the Health Care Issue

By newby

Just read this today in the NYT. I enjoy reading Frank RIch's articles very much but this time I believe his ideology is blinding him to the truth. Mr. Rich claims the root of the Republican opposition to the current health care law is simply anger towards a "national existential reordering that roiled America in 1964." He's referring to the Civil... »

The Pope and Sex Abuse Scandals

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All the more reason why I object to Catholicism and the Papacy. I just read this today. I firmly believe swift, harsh and unambiguous action needs to be taken in regards to removing and punishing the priests accused of sexual abuse. Church leaders who have committed and/or have covered up such crimes, such heinous sins against humanity and God, are hypocritical... »

Health Care Summit: What We Learned

By newby

What was accomplished? Nothing. What was demonstrated? Acting and grandstanding. Posturing and strutting. Who was the one with the biggest ego? The President. Obama to McCain: "We're not campaigning anymore. The election's over." Gee. Way to reach across the aisle. Bipartisanship indeed. Leadership comes from above and... »

Officials Point to Suspect’s Claim of Qaeda Ties in Yemen

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"Mr. Abdulmutallab’s name was not unknown to American authorities. His father, a prominent Nigerian banker, recently told officials at the United States Embassy in Nigeria that he was concerned about his son’s increasingly extremist religious views. As a result of his... »

Obama to Use Current Law to Support Detentions

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"WASHINGTON — The Obama administration has decided not to seek new legislation from Congress authorizing the indefinite detention of about 50 terrorism suspects being held without charges at at Guantánamo Bay, Cuba, officials said Wednesday. Instead, the administration will continue to... »