Originalism versus living constitutionalism debate summary
James H. Smokey Shott weighs a constitutional clash between originalism and living interpretation. The piece cites Justice Neil Gorsuch and argues judges should enforce meanings as written, not bend the law to political aims, warning against “philosopher-king” rulings and leftist efforts to oust dissenters.
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Spay neuter clinic nears reality for Bluefield area
A regional committee including Bluefield and Princeton officials and the Mercer County Humane Society advances the Forever Fixed clinic. Construction is under way inside the old Humane Society building, with equipment ordered and staff hiring underway. An open house will precede a hopeful June or July opening to curb shelter overcrowding and promote responsible pet ownership through low-cost spaying and neutering.
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Mercer County Commission
Humane Society
Mercer County Animal Shelter
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Forever Fixed, Inc
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June as a long arc of American freedom month
June is described as American Freedom Month with ties to key moments in U S history. References include Lee's June 7 resolution in 1776, Jefferson's Declaration edits, Juneteenth on June 19, D Day June 6, Susan B Anthony's 1878 protest, Supreme Court activity in June, Flag Day June 14, Kings 1964 speech, and civil rights milestones.
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Richard Henry Lee
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Lee
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Freedom
Susan B. Anthony
Rochester
New York
Anthony
Supreme Court
New York Times
Pentagon
Martin Luther King
Arizona State University
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