Spitzer Sues Gun Makers Over Public Nuisance
New York Attorney General Eliot Spitzer sued nine gun manufacturers three importers and twelve wholesalers for distributing firearms irresponsibly arguing it creates a public nuisance. The suit seeks court-ordered reforms to curb illegal gun flow without damages, aiming to pressure industry toward accountability.
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Right to Choose: Supreme Court Abortion Ruling Sparks Debate
The debate over late term abortions continues as the Supreme Court blocks a Nebraska law that would ban a controversial procedure. Advocates argue states may restrict, while opponents insist such laws infringe on constitutional rights and medical privacy. Legal and political leaders react with calls to protect women's autonomy.
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The Smoking Game and the Tobacco Industry
A Syracuse writer reflects on a 22-year-old smoker and her own past addiction while tracing the broader tobacco landscape. She notes quit attempts, health risks, and political moves as lawmakers seek to curb smoking costs, framing a long standing smoke and mirrors industry dynamic.
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Genome project showdown in a fencing match between NIH and Cetera
Philip Terzian notes the genome contest between the National Institutes of Health and Cetera Genomics ended with a White House joint announcement. Competition accelerated progress toward a rough transcript of the human genetic code. A Senate platform draft committee will seek direction for a Gore presidency amid party strains. Rehnquist Court's Warren era decisions affirmed, amid hubris and clash with political branches.
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Gore fatigue spreads over Clinton Gore scandal
Greenberg from Little Rock argues that fatigue over the Clinton Gore fund raising scandal hampers zeal for investigation. He laments political evasions by Janet Reno and the Justice Department from 1993 to 2000, noting repeated special prosecutor calls and a pervasive culture of evasive ethics.
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