Views on Padilla case and MySpace free speech clash
The Star-Ledger argues the Padilla verdict upholds civil liberties and constitutional justice in terrorism cases while the White House overreached by designating him an enemy combatant. Belleville News-Democrat tackles MySpace free speech, noting offenders can still speak elsewhere and urging parental Internet monitoring.
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First Amendment text recap
The passage presents the core clauses of the First Amendment, outlining religion establishment and free exercise protections, speech and press freedoms, and the rights to assemble and petition. It highlights limits on government action and the balance of civil liberties in democratic governance.
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Edwards Campaign Exposed as Hypocrisy Claim Runs Riot
Rich Lowry critiques John Edwards on campaign hypocrisy and shifting stances. He argues Edwards blends populist anger with behind the scenes finance ties, noting $400 haircuts, Fortress Investment Group gains, and HarperCollins payments while attacking hedge funds and foreclosures. The piece contrasts Edwards with Wellstone and questions his political motives and consistency.
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John Edwards
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Paul Wellstone
North Carolina
Iowa
Dick Gephardt
Hillary Clinton
Mary Poppins
Beyond Fossil Fuels Biofuels Fall Short Critics Say
Robin Mittenthal argues biofuels such as corn ethanol and soy biodiesel deliver low energy returns and high environmental costs. He cites EROEI figures and environmental damage from fertilizers and pesticides, contrasting with wind and solar and advocating conservation and native plant energy solutions.
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Cutler Cleveland
Center For Energy and Environmental Studies
Boston University
U.S
Agriculture Department
America
Gulf of Mexico
University of Minnesota
David Tilman
Tilman
Michael Russelle
Public housing arc becomes political flashpoint in America
William A. Collins traces the rise and fall of subsidized housing from Roosevelt’s program through Section 8 to modern trends. He notes racial shifts, whitening of housing zones, and urban renewal while criticizing funding cuts and zoning limits that leave the homeless and poor without decent shelter.
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Earl
Jose
SRO
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