Quote by Senator Edward V. Long on secrecy in government
The 1964 remark by U S senator Edward V. Long of Missouri argues that government secrecy harms the public, undermines integrity, breeds distrust, dampens civic zeal, and mocks loyalty. It frames secrecy as a corrosive for governance and citizen trust.
Jackson defends bed sharing amid child molestation charges
Michael Jackson, age 45, faces seven counts of felony child molestation and two counts of providing an intoxicating agent to a minor. In a 60 Minutes interview with Ed Bradley, he denied wrongdoing while defending his bed sharing practice, saying he would slit his wrists first before sexual contact with a child. Jurors may view his statements as highlighting odd behavior and insufficient remorse, suggesting a vigorous defense may be required.
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No Child Left Behind in the Axis of Evil critique
A critical 2004 opinion argues that the No Child Left Behind Act harms public education by labeling most schools as failures and pushing vouchers and privatization. It asserts educators lack control over many external factors influencing learning and urges informed citizen action beyond political leadership.
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CAFTA critics warn of hidden protections and failed NAFTA echoes
Mark Weisbrot of the Center for Economic and Policy Research argues CAFTA will harm Central America by expanding drug patent monopolies and increasing protectionism. He cites NAFTA’s meager per capita growth in Mexico, calls for open trade reforms, and notes Costa Rica’s withdrawal reducing regional income share.
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