Hyde pushes modest reform of federal asset forfeiture laws
Representative Henry Hyde of Illinois proposes changes to civil asset forfeiture to curb abuse. The bill shifts proof burden, expands contest time, and allows suing the government, while removing the bond requirement but stops short of mandating criminal conviction or fund direction. It aims to reduce incentives for seizures by police and improve privacy rights.
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Flag burning ban would risk state worship and free expression
Syndicated columnist argues Congress should not amend the constitution to outlaw flag desecration. He warns the move elevates national symbols to religion, threatens First Amendment protections, and diverts effort from substantive reforms. He notes potential political correctness risks and favors handling offenses locally. Bock writes for the Orange County Register.
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Restoring the church state balance in a pivotal term
A commentator argues the Supreme Court term barely shifts on religious freedom and criticizes the court for secularist bias. It notes a 5 4 ruling allowing UVA student fees for a Christian publication under the public forum test, while urging a historically informed court to restore founder era church state relations before the next election.
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