Slander in Maryland Senate race tests libel limits
A former Senate candidate Ruthann Aron sues opponent Bill Brock alleging broadcast claims labeled her as guilty and convicted. The civil case questions how far political rhetoric can cross into slander, with experts debating potential effects on campaigns and free speech.
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Ruthann Aron
Bill Brock
Geoffrey Gitner
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Aron
Tennessee
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Sarbanes
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Joyce Terres
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Hate crimes against Jews drop off in 1995
The Anti-Defamation League report shows anti-Semitic incidents in 1995 fell 11 percent to 1,843 cases, the first drop in three years, with 1,116 personal attacks and 727 vandalism acts. Abraham Foxman cautioned vigilance despite the encouraging trend.
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Anti-Defamation League
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Florida
Alamo ad misleads with Daisy's fake Florida restaurant
In the Florida Keys Daisy's Restaurant used in Alamo Rent A Car radio ads does not exist. Tourists visit mile marker 33 seeking a faux eatery, prompting complaints and calls to local businesses. The Green Turtle Inn at mile marker 81 will replace Daisy's in ads.
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Lower Keys
Sherry Smith
Green Teta Inn
Mile Marker 81
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