Supreme Court agrees to hear ruling on freedom to associate
In an encouraging sign the Supreme Court will review a lower court decision that limits the right of individuals to choose with whom they associate. The case centers on core First Amendment liberty and potential impacts on social and political ties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U.S. Supreme Court
Boston St Patrick parade case tests private rights vs public rule
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court ruled the St Patrick’s Day parade is a public accommodation, forcing private organizers the South Boston Allied War Veterans Council to admit gay rights activists. The ruling and related cases in New York and Colorado raise questions about private organizing rights versus free assembly and speech.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
South Boston
Allied War Veterans Council
Veterans Council
U.S. Supreme Court
Massachusetts
George Washington
New York
New York City
Dunagin's People Newt Sheds Light on Speaker Transition
The article analyzes Newt Dunagin's rising influence as he shifts from a prominent talker to the Speaker of the House. It details political maneuvering, power dynamics, and expectations within the chamber.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newt
HOUSE
Computer hobbyists clash over Putz and Schmuck counts
Royko notes a reader’s claim that a purchased software can tally every Putz and Schmuck in the United States from phone listings. The piece questions data accuracy, noting many Schmucks may be unlisted, while defining terms and the humor of a futile nationwide census by name.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Putz
Schmuck
United States
Royko
The
Chicago Tribune
The excuses not to balance the budget
Feder writes a syndicated column arguing Democrats resist a balanced budget amendment citing responsibility while detailing the fiscal record. The piece recalls past attempts, debt growth, and political spin, urging precise cuts and transparent plans before approving a reform.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Colorado
State Court of Appeals
Colorado Springs
Terry Brandon
Dunagin
Odessa Fmerican
Bill Saiter
Gary Newsom
Ken Brodnax
Mike Royko
House Judiciary Committee
Tom Foley
Harry Byrd
Oscar Mayer
Capitol Park
Senate Appropriations Committee
Richard Gephardt
Party of
America
Gephardt
Congress
American Association of Retired Persons
Clinton
Thomas Jefferson
Democratic Party
Feder
Boston Herald
Don Feder