Right to Offend as Shield for Truth in Art
Sarfraz Manzoor contends the right to offend may be the price of revealing truths or enabling challenging art, arguing freedom of expression supports provocative work and societal debate. He frames dissent as a catalyst for cultural progress and accountability.
City to tighten penalties after repeated dog violations
A local dog bite case highlighted ongoing leash and confinement issues in Ottawa. Neighbors near Westminster Church petitioned city officials after a serial violator owner repeatedly ignored dog laws, leading to seizure options and jail threats. The husky moved to the country. two dogs remain, prompting calls for stricter enforcement and higher penalties.
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The First Amendment Text Summary Card
The First Amendment states Congress shall not establish religion nor prohibit free exercise. It also protects freedom of speech and the press, and the right to peaceably assemble and petition the government for grievances.
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Bush voodoo economics yields surprising deficit drop
Rich Lowry argues that despite critics, 2009 deficit could shrink to 300 billion as revenue rises with growth. Tax cuts aided expansion, but entitlements loom. He cites 12.9 percent revenue rise and 8 percent spending growth, urging restrained spending and steady growth.
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Call to fix nursing visa loophole and invest in domestic programs
Senator Brownback faces critique over a hospital driven measure that would remove caps on foreign nurse visas, allowing thousands more workers from the Philippines India China and Africa to enter. Critics argue this drains U.S. talent and suppresses pay, urging investment in domestic nursing education and funding. The piece cites 150000 nursing school applicants rejected yearly and promotes ANA contact for more information.
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