Our View Drug abuse study goes a bit too far
The opinion argues a national study on substance abuse portrays broad costs with heavy policing. It critiques linking all social woes to abuse and warns the approach could justify more government control or subsidies while urging personal responsibility.
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Immorality and media mockery in political scandals
Ann Coulter critiques coverage of televangelist Jim Bakker and Jesse Jackson, arguing liberal condemnation of sexual misconduct targets conservatives. She notes contrasts in how moral lapses are treated and cites reactions to Jackson’s infidelity, then profiles Coulter as a writer for Human Events.
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Ashcroft nomination sparks left's bid to push conservatives aside
Donfeders Syndicated columnist notes Senate Judiciary Committee sent Ashcroft nomination to full Senate after a grueling 11 hour hearing. He argues critics see his pro life stance and other views as disqualifying, contrasting with past confirmations of Elders and Reno.
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