Quote on free speech from Columbia dean Lisa Anderson
Lisa Anderson, dean of Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs, in 2006 argues that a university should be a protected space for unpopular ideas. She asserts free speech is vital and that tolerating loathsome concepts is the cost of defending free discourse.
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Lisa Anderson
School of International and Public Affairs
Columbia University
West Texas raid targets polygamous sect at YFZ Ranch
Authorities stormed the YFZ Ranch near Eldorado Texas, home to a FLDS splinter group led by Warren Jeffs. They removed more than 400 children and their mothers amid abuse and underage marriage concerns. DNA testing underway to establish family ties while questions linger about the legitimacy of the religious defense.
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Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
Eldorado
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Utah
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First Amendment text overview remains in law history
This item restates the First Amendment commitment in law, outlining Congress shall make no law respecting establishment of religion, prohibiting free exercise, abridging speech or press, and recognizing the right to peaceably assemble and petition the government for redress of grievances.
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What is a predatory lender and who causes crises
Rich Lowry questions the predatory lender label in the housing crisis debate. He argues the core issue is the housing bubble and rising prices, not only unscrupulous subprime practices. He notes CRA and securitization aided loose lending while warning against taxpayer bailouts and political blame.
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Transformation of Hillary Clinton in Pennsylvania Campaign
Syndicated columnist Donald Kaul argues Obama erred in implying working class Americans cling to guns or religion. He contrasts Clinton and McCain’s reactions, notes Clinton’s shift from elite image to a Pennsylvanian blue collar persona, and predicts Indiana and broader campaign impacts.
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Scranton
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