AltWeeklies Wire
Miami Gun Rhapsodynew
A new Florida law grants immunity from criminal prosecution and civil action to people who use deadly force in protecting themselves against deadly attackers and intruders. Miami New Times reveals who's packing heat.
Miami New Times |
Francisco Alvarado |
05-10-2005 |
Politics
Funkiness Banned at Houston Librariesnew
The Houston City Council has passed a prohibition on "offensive bodily hygiene that constitutes a nuisance to others" in the city's libraries. But does the rule pass the constitutional smell test?
Dallas Observer |
Patrick Williams |
05-10-2005 |
Politics
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Bolton Nomination Whistleblower Learns Power of Blogsnew
Melody Townsel's letter alleging that John Bolton behaved unprofessionally in 1994 brought her fame and infamy after it was posted to the left-leaning Web site Daily Kos.
Dallas Observer |
Robert Wilonsky |
05-09-2005 |
Politics
Illinois Residents Want Seized Land Backnew
City of Springfield officials have revived a controversial project to create a lake, which pushed dozens of families from their land. Environmentalists want the land to be used as a preserve; former landowners want their property returned.
Illinois Times |
Todd Spivak |
05-09-2005 |
Politics
'My Name is W and I'm a Debt Addict'new
When two Georgia Democrats voted for the aptly nicknamed "Debt Slavery Act," they betrayed the hard-working constituents in their slightly poorer than middle-class districts.
Creative Loafing (Atlanta) |
Doug Monroe |
05-05-2005 |
Commentary
Lobbyist Is Example of Georgia's Revolving Doornew
A one-year prohibition of lobbying by ex-government officials has slowed down the revolving door. But the lobbying roles of Harold Reheis, the state's former top environmental enforcer, and others have convinced some watchdogs that one year isn't enough time.
Creative Loafing (Atlanta) |
Michael Wall |
05-05-2005 |
Politics
Catholic Church Opposes Bill Extending Time to Suenew
After intense lobbying by the Catholic Church, a bill allowing victims of child sex abuse to sue up until the time they turn 38 has languished in the Ohio House.
Cleveland Scene |
Chris Maag |
05-04-2005 |
Politics
Ralph (Reed) for Prez?new
Ralph Reed, former head of the Christian Coalition, is running for lieutenant governor of Georgia, and perhaps someday for president.
Valley Advocate |
Daniel Oppenheimer |
05-02-2005 |
Commentary
Holy Steamrollersnew
The religious right attempts a coup against the federal judiciary. Will it succeed -- or prompt a backlash?
Boston Phoenix |
Dan Kennedy |
04-28-2005 |
Politics
Onward, Secular Soldiers!new
America's Christian religious mania is a call to arms for right, left, and center.
Seattle Weekly |
Knute Berger |
04-27-2005 |
Commentary
Without DeLaynew
After more than a decade of corruption, hardball tactics, and sleaze, Tom DeLay is on his way out as a Republican base of power in the House of Representatives. Don't celebrate yet.
Seattle Weekly |
Geov Parrish |
04-27-2005 |
Commentary
The Election That Won't Dienew
King County botched the Washington gubernatorial election of 2004, and there's no end in sight to the investigations and litigation.
Seattle Weekly |
Rick Anderson |
04-27-2005 |
Politics
Is Cleveland's Top Lawman Truly Spotless?new
Despite his reputation as a no-nonsense prosecutor, Greg White has been accused of overzealousness. While he burnished his reputation by taking down Democrats, there were times that he let Republicans skate. And some say that he'll readily burn bridges when it's politically expedient.
Cleveland Scene |
Joe P. Tone |
04-26-2005 |
Politics
The Hayseed vs. Hillarynew
Even the most seasoned politician would have trouble unseating Hillary Clinton. Last month, a little-known county attorney, William Brenner, announced he'll take on that task.
The Village Voice |
Kristen Lombardi |
04-20-2005 |
Politics
Children Should Matter More Than Zygotesnew
Religious Right fanatics dominating Arizona's Republican legislative leadership have rammed through House Bill 2541 allowing health-care professionals -- including pharmacists -- to refuse to supply emergency contraceptives on religious or moral grounds.
Phoenix New Times |
John Dougherty |
04-19-2005 |
Commentary
