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Obama changes policy - 0 views

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shared by Bahora Bayot on 05 Sep 12 - No Cached

Bahora Bayot on 05 Sep 12

President Obama on Friday repealed the Mexico City policy, a controversial Reagan-era measure that withheld funding to foreign aid organizations that perform abortions or refer women to abortion providers, which had been rescinded by President Clinton and re-instituted by President Bush.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">President Obama on Friday repealed the Mexico City policy, a controversial Reagan-era measure that withheld funding to foreign aid organizations that perform abortions or refer women to abortion providers, which had been rescinded by President Clinton and re-instituted by President Bush.</div>

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Battling Anew Over the Place of Religion in Public Schools - 0 views

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shared by Jessica Campos on 03 Sep 12 - No Cached

Jessica Campos on 03 Sep 12

This article talks about the issues with religion in public schools. A South Carolina middle school had a school assembly based on Jesus and prayer which became a subject of legal scrutiny. Some participants embraced the assembly while others felt very uncomfortable.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article talks about the issues with religion in public schools. A South Carolina middle school had a school assembly based on Jesus and prayer which became a subject of legal scrutiny. Some participants embraced the assembly while others felt very uncomfortable.</div>

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The Dream Act - 0 views

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shared by Dean Stewart on 06 Sep 12 - No Cached

Dean Stewart on 06 Sep 12

In this article, the author is explaining how this country has grown due to the diversity from those immigrants that come to our country. He also explain the major benefits that we will have as a country in allowing those who meet the Dream Act's requirements to be able to be at least temporarily legalized, as they demonstrate their ability to be great Americans.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">In this article, the author is explaining how this country has grown due to the diversity from those immigrants that come to our country. He also explain the major benefits that we will have as a country in allowing those who meet the Dream Act's requirements to be able to be at least temporarily legalized, as they demonstrate their ability to be great Americans.</div>

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Should the drinking age be lowered from 21 to a younger age? - Drinking Age - ProCon.org - 0 views

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shared by Brianna Sweatt on 03 Sep 12 - No Cached

Brianna Sweatt on 03 Sep 12

Pros and cons on weather or not the drinking age should be lowered.

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Drunk In Public - 0 views

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shared by Philleo Boni on 03 Sep 12 - No Cached

Philleo Boni on 03 Sep 12

Anyone who has ever been drunk in public may get charged. 1070 law may target my rights and add fuel to the fire.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Anyone who has ever been drunk in public may get charged. 1070 law may target my rights and add fuel to the fire.</div>

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Prostitution Research & Education Website - 0 views

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shared by Mary Murray on 28 Jan 12 - No Cached

Mary Murray on 28 Jan 12

Myths and Facts about Trafficking for Legal and Illegal Prostitution (March 2009). The site has a number of tabs for finding information about prostitution. You can search laws, quick facts and more.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Myths and Facts about Trafficking for Legal and Illegal Prostitution (March 2009). The site has a number of tabs for finding information about prostitution. You can search laws, quick facts and more.</div>

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State Felon Voting Laws - 3 views

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shared by Candice Zinke on 28 Jan 12 - No Cached

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Mary Murray on 28 Jan 12

List of states where people with felony convinctions are barred from voting. Felon voting laws state by state and this site give a good run-down of who, what, where. It also links to major legal cases currently pending.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">List of states where people with felony convinctions are barred from voting. Felon voting laws state by state and this site give a good run-down of who, what, where. It also links to major legal cases currently pending.</div>

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Candice Zinke on 29 Jan 12

List of states where people with felony convinctions are barred from voting. Each state has its own laws against or for felons who want to vote.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">List of states where people with felony convinctions are barred from voting. Each state has its own laws against or for felons who want to vote.</div>

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Religious freedom - What is legally permissible for students in America's public school... - 0 views

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shared by Kristen Charney on 30 Jan 12 - No Cached

Kristen Charney on 30 Jan 12

Back in the 60's religion was something that was part of the teachers lesson plans along with bible reading. In todays world it is the exact opposite, teachers are being told not to discuss religion in their class rooms.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Back in the 60's religion was something that was part of the teachers lesson plans along with bible reading. In todays world it is the exact opposite, teachers are being told not to discuss religion in their class rooms.</div>

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Facts About Abortion: U.S. Abortion Law - 0 views

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shared by Tamara Alger on 26 Jan 12 - No Cached

Tamara Alger on 26 Jan 12

This article discusses why Abortion is legal. It further discusses the history behind it and how the law came into effect.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article discusses why Abortion is legal. It further discusses the history behind it and how the law came into effect.</div>

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The Fight Over Gay Adoption Heats Up - TIME - 2 views

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shared by Marshalette Dawkins on 28 Jan 12 - No Cached

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Elizabeth Simons on 28 Jan 12

Gay rights supporters scored another major victory in court Tuesday, when a state judge in Miami tossed out a statute that had for more than 30 years barred gay people in Florida from adopting children.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Gay rights supporters scored another major victory in court Tuesday, when a state judge in Miami tossed out a statute that had for more than 30 years barred gay people in Florida from adopting children.</div>

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Marshalette Dawkins on 30 Jan 12

The article highlights the debate over Florida's law that restricts any unmarried couple that lives together from adopting children. This law indirectly bans gay married couples from adopting.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">The article highlights the debate over Florida's law that restricts any unmarried couple that lives together from adopting children. This law indirectly bans gay married couples from adopting. </div>

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First Amendment | LII / Legal Information Institute - 0 views

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shared by Marshalette Dawkins on 30 Jan 12 - No Cached

Marshalette Dawkins on 30 Jan 12

The article outlines the rights afforded under the first amendment of the U.S. Constitution. The article discusses freedom of speech under the amendment, as well as freedom of religion

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">The article outlines the rights afforded under the first amendment of the U.S. Constitution. The article discusses freedom of speech under the amendment, as well as freedom of religion</div>

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Legalized Prostitution: Regulating the Oldest Profession - 0 views

www.liberator.net/...prostitution.html

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shared by Joshua Fister on 30 Jan 12 - No Cached

Joshua Fister on 30 Jan 12

Position paper which provides information on topics ranging from religion to career choice. Excellent selection for a pro argument.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Position paper which provides information on topics ranging from religion to career choice. Excellent selection for a pro argument.</div>

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Personal Freedom: The Right to Behave How You Want - About Human Rights - 0 views

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shared by Melinda Wildman on 27 Jan 12 - No Cached

Melinda Wildman on 27 Jan 12

This article talks about basic rights. It gives you a reality check that we can not always get what we want. It also also covers some ideas about protection of legal rights.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article talks about basic rights. It gives you a reality check that we can not always get what we want. It also also covers some ideas about protection of legal rights.</div>

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Pros & Cons of the Death Penalty - 0 views

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shared by Jessica Bruck on 27 Jan 12 - Cached

Jessica Bruck on 27 Jan 12

Capital punishment (the death penalty) is the pre-meditated taking of a human life by a government in response to a crime committed by that legally convicted person. This article sums the arguments for and against the death penalty, and statistics worldwide.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Capital punishment (the death penalty) is the pre-meditated taking of a human life by a government in response to a crime committed by that legally convicted person. This article sums the arguments for and against the death penalty, and statistics worldwide.</div>

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Libertarians Led Charge for NY Gay Marriage @PolicyMic | Robert Taylor - 0 views

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shared by Amber Jefferis on 27 Jan 12 - No Cached

Amber Jefferis on 27 Jan 12

This article is about the right for homosexual couples to be wed as a married couple legally. It specifically referances the state of New York's policy to recognize homosexual marriage.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article is about the right for homosexual couples to be wed as a married couple legally. It specifically referances the state of New York's policy to recognize homosexual marriage.</div>

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Bill of Rights | U.S. Constitution | LII / Legal Information Institute - 0 views

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shared by justin thomas on 28 Jan 12 - No Cached

justin thomas on 28 Jan 12

this is a page that summarizes each of the fisst 10 ammendmants of the US constitution. these are good to know as a reference when talking about personal freedoms

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">this is a page that summarizes each of the fisst 10 ammendmants of the US constitution. these are good to know as a reference when talking about personal freedoms</div>

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http;//m.npr.org/story/5310549?url=/series/5310549/the-immigration-dabate - 1 views

Jose Antonio Vargas was brought here as a child illegally under no choice of his own. What I find hard to believe is he's broken numerous federal and employment laws, achieved a measure of success...

started by Tori Hill on 30 Jan 12 1 follow-up, last by Donette Fincher on 01 Sep 13

Eminent Domain - 0 views

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shared by Melissa Mack on 30 Jan 12 - Cached

Melissa Mack on 30 Jan 12

This page provides you the legal definition of Eminent Domain as explained by a lawyer. It also provides you with the process and options we have if the state decides to proceed with such a case.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This page provides you the legal definition of Eminent Domain as explained by a lawyer. It also provides you with the process and options we have if the state decides to proceed with such a case.</div>

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Hand Gun Laws in the US/State By State - 0 views

Diane Beeson on 04 Feb 12

This site gives gun laws of each state and if there are any permits, training, or other requirements needed by these laws. The authors of the site make it a point to share all the different laws in each state to inform those who may not know of them. This helps to prevent any law breaking due to traveling with a gun.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This site gives gun laws of each state and if there are any permits, training, or other requirements needed by these laws. The authors of the site make it a point to share all the different laws in each state to inform those who may not know of them. This helps to prevent any law breaking due to traveling with a gun.</div>

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eminent domain - 0 views

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shared by Tasha McNutt on 31 Jan 12 - No Cached

Tasha McNutt on 31 Jan 12

This article breaks down the actual meanings of the words used to claim eminent domain, and gives the reader a better perspective on how the government claims eminent domain.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article breaks down the actual meanings of the words used to claim eminent domain, and gives the reader a better perspective on how the government claims eminent domain.</div>

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