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There’s been much consternation expressed in the local daily this week about the state Department of Revenue notifying churches they are required to pay use tax on articles they buy outside the state. The churches claim this violates their constitutional rights. It’s another example of religious groups who have no hesitancy asking the state to […] “Activist judge” may be among the mildest epitaths and attacks to which U.S. District Judge Karen Schreier will be subject for blocking South Dakota’s new abortion law. Judge Schreier, who happens to be a Roman Catholic, deserves praise for upholding her oath to “administer justice” and “impartially” discharge and perform her duties under the […] As some know, I was on the board of the Sioux Falls Film Society back when it actually sponsored an honest-to-god film series. I always felt somewhat insecure about my knowledge of film and wanted to find a good introduction to and groundwork for the subject. I think I found it in Christopher Null’s Five […] The Boston Phoenix has handed out its 8th annual Muzzle Awards. The FBI topped the list of recipients for the awards, which go to “those who have done the most to suppress free speech and personal liberties in New England during the previous year.” (Via Blog of a Bookslut). This year, the main threat to […] |
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