The Struggle for American Independence: The Stamp Act
Of all times in this struggle, it was in 1765 that patriot radicalism grew to its highest point.
Why So Many Cambodians Own Donut Shops
"The story of their success is about thriving after surviving a brutal war that left them with nearly nothing."
Warning: A Federal Court Strategy is Dangerous for Liberty
Some people believe that even the most local violations of your rights should be dealt with in federal court. But going this route only ensures that bad decisions are bad for everyone.
Louisiana Senate Passes Bills to Expand Medical Marijuana Program Despite Federal Prohibition
BATON ROUGE, La. (May 14, 2018) – Last Wednesday, the Louisiana Senate passed three bills that would relax restrictions on medical marijuana for qualifying patients in the state. Final passage of these bills would further nullify federal drug laws in the Pelican State. Rep. Rodney Lyons (D-Harvey) introduced House Bill 627 (HB627) with 27 bipartisan…
Oklahoma Governor Vetoes Constitutional Carry Bill
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (May 14, 2018) – Late Friday, Oklahoma Gov. Mary Fallin vetoed a so-called “Constitutional Carry” bill that would have made it legal for most Oklahomans to carry a concealed firearm without a license. Passage into law would have also fostered an environment hostile to federal gun control. Sen. Nathan Dahm (R-Broken Arrow)…
Does the Federal Debt Really Matter? Yes It Does!
If you don’t understand what’s going on with the Federal Reserve, the national debt and rising interest rates, you don’t understand what going to happen to the economy. Hint – it isn’t good news. Another hint – Trump ain’t gonna fix it. Tom Woods and David Stockman break it down. Editors Note: This post was…
Rhode Island Committee Passes Right to Try Act to Reject Some FDA Restrictions on Terminal Patients
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (May 11, 2018) – On Wednesday, a Rhode Island House committee passed a bill would nullify in practice some Food and Drug Administration (FDA) rules that deny access to experimental treatments by terminally ill patients. Rep. Joseph McNamara (D-Warwick) introduced House Bill 7294 (H7294) in January along with four bipartisan co-sponsors. The legislation…
The Struggle for American Independence: The Sugar Act and Mounting Tension
While sometimes the Stamp Act is the first source of conflict visited in traditional histories, it is clear that the Sugar Act played an important role in fomenting patriot attitudes toward taxation by Parliament.
Today in History: The Second Continental Congress Convenes
On May 10, 1775, representatives from the several colonies met in Philadelphia, forming the Second Continental Congress.
Michigan House Passes Bill to Reform Civil Asset Forfeiture; Federal Loophole Remains
LANSING, Mich. (May 10, 2018) – On Tuesday, the Michigan House passed a bill that would reform asset forfeiture laws to prohibit the state from taking property without a criminal conviction in most cases. But the legislation leaves a loophole in place allowing police to circumvent stricter state laws by passing cases off to the…
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