Random traffic stops threaten Fourth Amendment rights
OpEd argues that Indianapolis roadside drug search checkpoints violate privacy and constitutional protections. It cites Supreme Court review, contrasts sobriety checks with drug searches, and warns against gradual erosion of freedoms. The piece cites data from the city policy and invokes James Madison’s warning about incremental encroachment.
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Public Forum Odessa American Opinion Line
Odessa American invites readers to submit comments via mail to PO Box 2952 in Odessa Texas or by fax to 915 333 7742 or via the OA online portal at OA link.freedom.com for the public forum discussion.
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Mount Carmel door mystery and Waco fires linger in debate
Jacob Sullum notes lingering suspicions about Mount Carmel after the 1993 Waco siege. He cites the missing front door, a blank FBI videotape, disputed gunfire infrared footage, and shifting official claims as evidence that questions remain about the government’s actions during and after the siege. The column cites Ron Noble, Janet Reno, and U.S. Attorney Mike Bradford while referencing The Dallas Morning News and Reason magazine.
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Mike Bradford
Selfish gas price politics in a tax driven system
Cal Thomas argues that rising fuel costs are driven more by taxes and political deals than by Arab production cuts. He cites the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act fuel surtax, proposed 10 cent cuts, and the unequal tax burden on the poor. He accuses politicians and oil interests of protecting profits while blaming others.
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