Rights and responsibilities tied to the First Amendment
Charles L. Overby of Freedom Forum argues that the long term future of the First Amendment hinges on broader awareness that rights come with duties.
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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 2005
Page
2
Charles L. Overby of Freedom Forum argues that the long term future of the First Amendment hinges on broader awareness that rights come with duties.
The piece notes Kansas permits marriage with parental approval and has no statewide minimum age, prompting Nebraska residents to cite a 14 year old and 22 year old union in Hiawatha. It cites legal risks, calls for a fixed age, and references Gov. Sebelius urging action while comparing with Missouri Oklahoma and Colorado.
Listing of prominent officials from Kansas including President George Bush contact channels, U S Senators Pat Roberts Sam Brownback, U S Rep Jim Ryan, Gov Kathleen Sebelius, and State Senator Pat Apple with addresses phone numbers and online contact forms.
The passage cites the First Amendment prohibiting establishment of religion and protecting free exercise of religion speech and press. It guarantees the right of the people to assemble peacefully and to petition the government for redress of grievances.
Rich Lowry argues the post disaster debate in New Orleans exposes a toxic partisan split and racial politics. He notes poverty and age shaped who evacuated, critiques claims of deliberate federal bias, and suggests a possible left right deal to address fatherlessness and urban spending.
The piece laments airline cost cutting and hints at new charges amid lean profits. It argues passengers may face fees for seats, meals, pillows, tray tables, baggage handling, and even basic services, warning of a future where air travel becomes nickel and dimed in the skies.
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