Nation of laws or men in the United States today
James H. Smokey Shott argues that the United States is not living as a nation of laws. He condemns executive orders by Barack Obama, dismisses unilateral actions, and criticizes Congress for outsourcing lawmaking to agencies. He warns that unchecked power threatens American freedom and calls for restoration of the constitutional balance.
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Bluefield Daily Telegraph Editorial Staff Quote
A Bluefield Daily Telegraph item lists Randy Mooney as Publisher News Editor with Andy Patton Brian Woodson Samantha Perry as editors and Bill Archer as Assistant Managing Editor. It includes a biblical quotation about laying up treasures in heaven and caution against earthly riches.
West Virginia reports drop in repeat offenders and prison crowding
Governor Earl Ray Tomblin cites a 5 percent reduction in the state prison population and nearly 50 percent drop in overcrowding. Plans for a Mercer County 60 to 100 bed substance abuse treatment facility aim to reduce crime tied to drugs and ease jail strain. A 1.2 million center is under consideration with potential sites in Bluefield Princeton area.
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Civil unions proposed to protect rights for all
A reader, a grateful US citizen and Christian, advocates civil rights for same sex couples through civil unions offering medical and financial protections. They stress separation of church and state, ask religious institutions need not perform same sex marriages, and support civil ceremonies in civil courts while preserving religious freedom.
Telegraph invites public letters with signature and contact
The Daily Telegraph publishes letters on matters of public interest and asks writers to include signature, address, and phone number. Submissions should be sent by e mail to editor bdtonline com.
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Jarrett comment on summer immigration reform chance
Valerie Jarrett told reporters at breakfast there is a rare summer chance the House will back a Senate immigration reform bill including a path to citizenship for over 11 million undocumented immigrants. Observers questioned her certainty, noting primary losses and GOP resistance to comprehensive reform.
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