Study questions mandatory prison terms impact on crime
A Justice Department study prepared for the National Institute of Justice finds that mandatory prison terms do not clearly reduce crime. The report notes gaps between intent and practice in New York drug offender cases and Massachusetts gun possession laws and cautions against attributing declines to mandatory sentencing.
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Governors Debate New Federalism At GOP Governors Meeting
Oklahoma City AP reporting that governors are quietly weighing a balanced budget amendment and considering a new federalism approach beyond Reagan. The NGA delays a formal position, while leaders spar over notional support and political risk during an election year convention.
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Nagasaki Marks Bomb Victims With Silent Memorials
In Nagasaki Japan bells tolled at 11 02 a m for 74000 killed in the 1945 atomic bombing and nearly 400 more for floods and landslides this month. Prime Minister Suzuki led a Peace Park memorial. churchs held peace masses for about 40000 Catholics.
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ABA weighs right to die policy for doctors to disconnect life support
SAN FRANCISCO AP The American Bar Association considers a resolution to allow attending physicians to disconnect terminally ill patients from life support without court approval when there is agreement among doctors families and guardians. The move aims to reduce lawsuits and provide guidance while recalling Quinlan precedent and ongoing ethical debates.
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Reduction On The Increase Certifications For Acreage
Washington AP reports about 26 percent of base corn acreage in 32 states has been certified under the government acreage reduction program as of August 6, totaling 15.7 million acres of 60.1 million. New tallies include Iowa 5 million acres, Pennsylvania 139,211, South Carolina 150,176, and Texas 494,458, with wheat and cotton figures also updated.
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