Protesting rights under fire from state laws
The piece argues public protest is being constrained as conservative lawmakers pursue anti protest bills. It links historic acts of dissent from Boston tea party to modern movements and notes 18 states enacted 34 bills with 64 pending, targeting free assembly and speech. It warns against undermining democracy and upholds rights to dissent while condemning violence.
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Endless Frontier Act aims to spur long term U S innovation
George Will surveys the Endless Frontier Act and the history of American invention. He notes the push to fund basic science with 100 billion dollars over five years to foster a culture of innovation and translate discoveries into technology.
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McConnell deploys no strategy in Biden era politics
Doyle McManus argues Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell blocks Biden proposals even when bipartisan. He cites stalled police reform talks, resistance to expanded investigations, and opposition to infrastructure plans, aiming to force voters to blame the administration.
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