The Santa Claus Letter Lives Forever in The Sun
Editorial notes recall the 1897 New York Sun exchange with Virginia O’Hanlon. The editor’s reply affirms Santa Claus exists beyond belief, linking faith, love, and imagination to enduring joy and wonder. The piece frames Christmas as a reminder of childhood faith and the power of belief.
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Vermont Court Ruling Seen as Judicial Overreach in Rights Debate
The Vermont Supreme Court's decision granting homosexuals equal presumptions challenges legislative policy, drawing critique from Robert Bork who argues no constitutional basis supports such rulings. Critics say courts now bypass elected representatives, echoing a past era of fiat law.
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Cal Thomas argues that without a shared moral framework enforced by law societies unravel. He contrasts polygamy bans and Vermont's same sex marriage debates with historical standards, urging preservation of heterosexual marriage like Hawaii. He cites Devlin on morality and notes rising divorce and political caution.
Courts and Critics Clash Over Lawsuits Shaping Policy
Jacob Sullum argues that government lawsuits against gun makers amount to legislative power shifts. He notes White House aims to extract concessions via potential damages, while judges strike down suits as improper. He warns of accountability, openness, restraint, and predictability losses if policy moves through litigation rather than elected bodies.
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