Supreme Court rebukes wartime detentions and upholds due process
The nine justices rule that the president cannot suspend constitutional rights for citizens like Hamdi and Padilla. They demand access to courts and legal hearings for Guantanamo detainees, signaling a rebuke to indefinite wartime imprisonment. The ruling underscores due process and rejects kingly executive power.
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Sandra Day O’connor
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Florida
Letters on marriage definition and social issues
A reader argues for a constitutional amendment defining marriage as a union of one man and one woman and urges supporters to pressure senators. The letter praises Jerome Goltz’s transformation, condemns drug addiction as a societal disease, and contrasts liberal views with religious outreach, ending with a jab at political and media figures.
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Jerome Goltz
Larry
Jerome
Jesus Christ
Gazette
Aet Rudnershore
Mark Bowden
Nialea
Dave Storey
Fone Lim
the Gazette
Kim Hefley
Ays
Peg Schmitz
Scott Swenson
Meet Rapids
Joe Hladky
Chuck Peters
Ken Slaughter
Communications
Editorials weigh Vilsack veering into national role after Edwards pick
The Gazette reflects on Tom Vilsack as a possible running mate or cabinet figure after John Edwards was chosen by Kerry. It argues Vilsack warrants consideration beyond agriculture, citing his education focus, child welfare work, clean water efforts, and environmental credentials as suitable for roles such as education secretary or interior secretary. It urges Iowans to support a governor promoted to national service if Kerry wins.
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North Carolina
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Iowa
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Tommy Thompson
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White House
Veep tradition of salty invective from early republic to Cheney
Henry Beard notes vice presidents have long used sharp language on the Senate floor. From John Adams to Aaron Burr and Thomas Jefferson, colorful exchanges shaped political rhetoric, culminating in Burr and Hamilton's famed duel. The piece contrasts past volleys with Dick Cheney’s recent outburst.
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Caesar Rodney
Delaware
America
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