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May
19

Gay marriage: Civil right trumps state's right - Fredericksburg.com

2012-05-19
Daily BeastGay marriage: Civil right trumps state's rightFredericksburg.comFirst, if same-sex marriage is a right, then there is no possible justification for letting states decide for themselves. How can you countenance even one state outlawing a fundamental right? Indeed, half a century ago, states' rights was the cry of ...Obama Knows Better on Question of States' Rights Over Same-Sex MarriageDaily BeastWhat Straight Allies Need to Understand About Gay Marriage and States' RightsThe AtlanticObama adds fuel with gay-marriage issue in state battlegroundsReno Gazette JournalChristian Science Monitor -Salt Lake Tribune -Firedoglakeall 4,684 news articles »
May
19

rights activist Chen arrives in US - CNN

2012-05-19
Telegraph.co.ukrights activist Chen arrives in USCNNBy the CNN Wire Staff (CNN) -- Chinese human rights activist Chen Guangcheng arrived Saturday evening in the United States, bringing an end to a diplomatic firestorm that erupted after he escaped from house arrest and took to YouTube to complain about ...Chinese Rights Activist Guangcheng on Flight to USBusinessWeekChinese human rights activist Chen arrives in USWJXT JacksonvilleChinese dissident Chen Guangcheng grateful to be safe in USLos Angeles TimesThe Columbianall 2,247 news articles »
May
19

In Colorado, Gay Rights May Shape Campaign - New York Times

2012-05-19
USA TODAYIn Colorado, Gay Rights May Shape CampaignNew York TimesIn the week that followed, the debate over equal rights for same-sex couples consumed the State Capitol. And while Republicans ultimately succeeded in killing the measure, lawmakers in both parties acknowledged that the emotional standoff over the ...NAACP endorses same-sex marriage as civil rightSan Francisco ChronicleNAACP backs same-sex marriage as civil rightUSA TODAYNAACP backs same-sex marriage as civil right; opposes efforts to 'codify ...Washington Postall 929 news articles »
May
19

Alabama rights bill forms agency for state tax payers - The Birmingham News - al.com (blog)

2012-05-19
Alabama rights bill forms agency for state tax payersThe Birmingham News - al.com (blog)The Alabama Taxpayers' Bill of Rights II, or Senate Bill 549, creates the Alabama Tax Appeals Commission in Montgomery and will allow businesses to appeal tax issues through one state agency. The bill, approved 33-0 by the Senate and 95-1 by the House, ...and more »
May
19

American Heritage, Archbishop McCarthy deserve bragging rights - MiamiHerald.com

2012-05-19
American Heritage, Archbishop McCarthy deserve bragging rightsMiamiHerald.comLUCIE -- In two games at the state tournament, American Heritage allowed no runs and a combined total of just three hits — two singles and a double. The Patriots beat the consensus No. 1 team in the country, Tampa Jesuit, 3-0, in Thursday's Class 5A ...
May
19

In Defense of Voting Rights - New York Times

2012-05-19
13WMAZIn Defense of Voting RightsNew York Times... ruling on Friday upholding the constitutionality of the Voting Rights Act. In extending the law in 2006, Congress did just that, after reviewing racial bias in the nine states and parts of several others that have deep histories of discrimination.Key rule in voting rights law is upheldNewsOK.comAppeals court upholds key voting rights provisionSan Antonio ExpressAppeals court upholds key provision of Voting Rights Act. Supreme Court could loomChristian Science MonitorTimes Dailyall 242 news articles »
May
19

TN, with few restrictions, attracts out-of-state women seeking abortions - The Tennessean

2012-05-19
TN, with few restrictions, attracts out-of-state women seeking abortionsThe TennesseanOut-of-state women now account for one in four abortions in Tennessee, a proportion that's grown sharply since 2000, even as the overall number of abortions in this state has dropped. But a looming battle over abortion rights may fundamentally alter ...and more »
May
19

Despite control, fractious state GOP allows reform to languish - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

2012-05-19
Despite control, fractious state GOP allows reform to languishPittsburgh Tribune-ReviewTribune-Review State Capitol reporter Brad Bumsted can be reached via e-mail or at 717-787-1405. By Brad Bumsted HARRISBURG -- School vouchers. An end to teachers' strikes. Privately-run liquor stores. Making Pennsylvania a right-to-work state.and more »
May
19

Baseball: Canterbury seniors finally have state bragging rights - Tampabay.com (blog)

2012-05-19
Baseball: Canterbury seniors finally have state bragging rightsTampabay.com (blog)PETERSBURG — Around this time last year, Canterbury's softball team was busy winning a Class A state championship. The Crusaders' baseball team wasn't so busy. While happy for their classmates, returning members of the baseball team made mental notes.
May
19

Bruce Severino: Marriage is a right for all - Charleston Gazette

2012-05-19
Bruce Severino: Marriage is a right for allCharleston GazetteAs citizens of the United States of America, we enjoy many protections, freedoms, benefits and rights under the Constitution -- unless you happen to be a same-sex couple. Then you are barred from exercising one very important civil right: The right to ...and more »
May
19

In Colorado, Standoff on Gay Rights May Help Shape Presidential Campaign

2012-05-19
The fight over gay rights has been especially bitter in this battleground state.
May
18

Haryana shortlists 4 names for state human rights commission

2012-05-18
Haryana may soon have a human rights commission, as the state home department has shortlisted some retired high court judges for the proposed rights watchdog.
May
19

In Colorado, Gay Rights May Shape Campaign

2012-05-19
The fight over gay rights has been especially bitter in this battleground state.
May
17

State to re-auction liquor store rights

2012-05-17
Winning bidders for the rights to 18 state liquor stores have reneged on their offers for the stores, triggering a second auction for those locations.
May
17

Peter Van Buren: ACLU: State Department Violates Constitutional Rights

2012-05-17
(For those joining our story already in progress, here's the Twitter-length summary: I've worked for the State Department as a Foreign Service Officer for some...
May
17

Gay rights in America: How states stand on gay marriage and 6 other issues

2012-05-17
The tapestry of federal and state laws surrounding gay rights is enormously intricate. Here is a look at each state's laws on issues ranging from gay marriage to hate crimes to discrimination. 
May
19

Gun rights supporters plan state Capitol rally

2012-05-19
A group that supports allowing gun owners to carry concealed guns without permits anywhere they choose is planning a...
May
19

Baseball: Canterbury seniors finally have state bragging rights

2012-05-19
ST. PETERSBURG — Around this time last year, Canterbury’s softball team was busy winning a Class A state championship. The Crusaders’ baseball team wasn’t so busy. While happy for their classmates, returning members of the baseball team made mental notes. They wanted to be the ones getting pats on the back the next season before heading off to the state tournament. Mission accomplished. For the ...
May
19

Gun rights supporters rally at state Capitol

2012-05-19
Lansing- More than 100 people turned out at the Michigan Capitol to call for a law that would allow them to carry concealed guns without permits anywhere in the state.
May
18

State man says sign removal order violates rights

2012-05-18
WHEELING, W.Va. -- A resident says Wheeling is violating his free speech rights with an order to take down a sign that criticizes the city.Its the latest incident in a long-running battle between Vince Camastro and the city.Camastro says he will comply...
May
20

Gay Rights and American Law: Daniel Pinello's exhaustive study analyzes how federal and state appellate courts t... http://t.co/oUzTeJMB

2012-05-20
Gay Rights and American Law: Daniel Pinello's exhaustive study analyzes how federal and state appellate courts t... http://t.co/oUzTeJMB
May
20

@MMFlint mass arrest as well! Quebec turning into a police stAte! Federal government not stepping in to protect our constitutional rights!

2012-05-20
@MMFlint mass arrest as well! Quebec turning into a police stAte! Federal government not stepping in to protect our constitutional rights!
May
20

RT @MARYAMALKHAWAJA: PEN #American Center: Letter to Secretary of State Clinton on Human Rights in #Bahrain http://t.co/HVmuNPmi #SecClinton #USA #humanrights

2012-05-20
RT @MARYAMALKHAWAJA: PEN #American Center: Letter to Secretary of State Clinton on Human Rights in #Bahrain http://t.co/HVmuNPmi #SecClinton #USA #humanrights
May
20

RT @MARYAMALKHAWAJA: PEN #American Center: Letter to Secretary of State Clinton on Human Rights in #Bahrain http://t.co/HVmuNPmi #SecClinton #USA #humanrights

2012-05-20
RT @MARYAMALKHAWAJA: PEN #American Center: Letter to Secretary of State Clinton on Human Rights in #Bahrain http://t.co/HVmuNPmi #SecClinton #USA #humanrights
May
20

RT @MARYAMALKHAWAJA: PEN #American Center: Letter to Secretary of State Clinton on Human Rights in #Bahrain http://t.co/HVmuNPmi #SecClinton #USA #humanrights

2012-05-20
RT @MARYAMALKHAWAJA: PEN #American Center: Letter to Secretary of State Clinton on Human Rights in #Bahrain http://t.co/HVmuNPmi #SecClinton #USA #humanrights
May
20

RT @MARYAMALKHAWAJA: PEN #American Center: Letter to Secretary of State Clinton on Human Rights in (cont) http://t.co/LkrROQGQ

2012-05-20
RT @MARYAMALKHAWAJA: PEN #American Center: Letter to Secretary of State Clinton on Human Rights in (cont) http://t.co/LkrROQGQ
May
20

RT @MARYAMALKHAWAJA: PEN #American Center: Letter to Secretary of State Clinton on Human Rights in #Bahrain http://t.co/HVmuNPmi #SecClinton #USA #humanrights

2012-05-20
RT @MARYAMALKHAWAJA: PEN #American Center: Letter to Secretary of State Clinton on Human Rights in #Bahrain http://t.co/HVmuNPmi #SecClinton #USA #humanrights
May
20

RT @MARYAMALKHAWAJA: PEN #American Center: Letter to Secretary of State Clinton on Human Rights in #Bahrain http://t.co/HVmuNPmi #SecClinton #USA #humanrights

2012-05-20
RT @MARYAMALKHAWAJA: PEN #American Center: Letter to Secretary of State Clinton on Human Rights in #Bahrain http://t.co/HVmuNPmi #SecClinton #USA #humanrights
May
20

RT @MARYAMALKHAWAJA: PEN #American Center: Letter to Secretary of State Clinton on Human Rights in #Bahrain http://t.co/HVmuNPmi #SecClinton #USA #humanrights

2012-05-20
RT @MARYAMALKHAWAJA: PEN #American Center: Letter to Secretary of State Clinton on Human Rights in #Bahrain http://t.co/HVmuNPmi #SecClinton #USA #humanrights
May
20

RT @MARYAMALKHAWAJA: PEN #American Center: Letter to Secretary of State Clinton on Human Rights in #Bahrain http://t.co/HVmuNPmi #SecClinton #USA #humanrights

2012-05-20
RT @MARYAMALKHAWAJA: PEN #American Center: Letter to Secretary of State Clinton on Human Rights in #Bahrain http://t.co/HVmuNPmi #SecClinton #USA #humanrights
May
19

**REPRINT** Foster, Lemuel Hill, 1853- The legal rights of women adapted for use in every state by means of a br... http://t.co/yPu4Hqu2

2012-05-19
**REPRINT** Foster, Lemuel Hill, 1853- The legal rights of women adapted for use in every state by means of a br... http://t.co/yPu4Hqu2
May
19

RT @techbargaindeal: @benjapow @OccupyWallSt @occupychicago ...Let Us Wake Up America...remember Kent State Univ and keep marching for your rights

2012-05-19
RT @techbargaindeal: @benjapow @OccupyWallSt @occupychicago ...Let Us Wake Up America...remember Kent State Univ and keep marching for your rights
May
19

Capitalizing on Trust: Harnessing Somali Remittances for Counterterrorism, Human Rights and State Building http://t.co/S8Y85VMb

2012-05-19
Capitalizing on Trust: Harnessing Somali Remittances for Counterterrorism, Human Rights and State Building http://t.co/S8Y85VMb
May
19

RT @techbargaindeal: @benjapow @OccupyWallSt @occupychicago ...Let Us Wake Up America...remember Kent State Univ and keep marching for your rights

2012-05-19
RT @techbargaindeal: @benjapow @OccupyWallSt @occupychicago ...Let Us Wake Up America...remember Kent State Univ and keep marching for your rights
May
19

RT @techbargaindeal: @benjapow @OccupyWallSt @occupychicago ...Let Us Wake Up America...remember Kent State Univ and keep marching for your rights

2012-05-19
RT @techbargaindeal: @benjapow @OccupyWallSt @occupychicago ...Let Us Wake Up America...remember Kent State Univ and keep marching for your rights