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Opening Statement of Judge Sonia Sotomayor
talkingpointsmemo.com — n the past month, many Senators have asked me about my judicial philosophy. It is simple: fidelity to the law. The task of a judge is not to make the law - it is to apply the law. And it is clear, I believe, that my record in two courts reflects my rigorous commitment to interpreting the Constitution according to its terms... More…
Is Obama backing off promise to repeal Don't Ask Don't Tell?
gay.americablog.com — In an interview with CNN's Anderson Cooper, President Obama presented several new excuses today as to why he can't do anything on Don't Ask Don't Tell. He also seemed to again signal that he would be pushing to change, rather than repeal, Don't Ask Don't Tell. More…
Eritrea: A Freedom of Expression and Ethnic Discrimination
abeshabunnabet.com — During the period of Ethiopian rule in Eritrea (1962-91), a systematic policy of denying educational freedoms to Eritreans was followed. This ranged beyond stifling freedom of thought to a sustained attempt to dismantle the educational system and block the emergence of a university serving Eritreans. More…
Glenn Beck Slams Softball Questioning Of Sotomayor...FAIL
huffingtonpost.com — Glenn Beck is very upset with the softball questions that the Senators offered up to Judge Sonia Sotomayor. Unfortunately for Beck, there were no questions today. The first day of the hearings is when Senators and the nominee make opening statements. More…
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