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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 06, 2003

Page

13

Snake encounter at home tests writer's nerves

A South Florida writer recoils from a live two inch from a Diet Coke brain shock as a 17 foot demon serpent invades his office. He battles the creature with barbecue tongs then chases it across the yard before it vanishes in a pool filter basket. The ordeal leaves him exhausted and wary of sleep.

Cople Joyce Carol Oates North America Hell

Supreme Court sodomy ruling stirs strong opinion across camps

The passage discusses the 6-3 Supreme Court decision on the Texas sodomy law, condemning bigotry in the arguments and praising minorities' rights. It criticizes Justice Scalia and Justice Thomas for intemperate remarks, notes support from gay rights groups and the ACLU, and questions claims of a hidden gay agenda.

Supreme Court American Civil Liberties Union Antonin Scalia Texas

End of the Constitution Scolded as Court reshapes liberty

The writer condemns the Supreme Court for striking down the Texas anti sodomy law led by Kennedy and O Connor. It argues the decision abandons historical law and morality, paving the way for same sex marriage and broader social change while urging scrutiny of Republican leadership. It cites Scalia's critique and warns of election implications.

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Blumenthal lifts Clinton Wars to critique foes and defense

Blumenthal depicts Republican attacks on President Clinton as a drive to undermine his programs. He portrays a frozen government amid scandals, yet credits Clinton with civil rights gains and poverty reduction, while critiquing both the president and his adversaries.

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