Constitution - Page 23

June 14, 2024

Flag Day: The real symbol of unity in 2024

Old Glory symbolizes unity, pride and our shared values. It unites us under the foundational principles of freedom, equality and opportunity that define our republic.

June 13, 2024

On this day in history, June 13, 1966, Supreme Court decision creates Miranda rights for those under arrest

On this day in history, June 13, 1966, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that anyone in police custody has the right against self-incrimination and the right to an attorney.

June 12, 2024

No teacher should be punished because of her faith. My story has lessons for all of us

Jessica Tapia, a former teacher from Southern California, was held to a different standard because of her religion. Teachers should not be forced to hide their religious beliefs.

June 10, 2024

Gavin Newsom's anti-gun constitutional amendment fails to gain support from a single state after 1 year

California Gov. Gavin Newsom originally proposed a 28th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution to push “commonsense" gun control measures back in June 2023.

June 8, 2024

Trump's true crime and other lessons from his New York trial

New York Democrats prosecuted Trump solely to create a political advantage for their unpopular candidate by convicting and threatening to imprison his Republican opponent.

June 4, 2024

On this day in history, June 4, 1919, Congress passes 19th Amendment, granting women the right to vote

The race to ratify the 19th Amendment began on this day in history, June 4, 1919, after Congress passed the text of the amendment. The amendment granted the right to vote to women.

June 1, 2024

Brentwood blight: How a Supreme Court case allowed governments to seize property on behalf of developers

Business owners and attorneys say local governments across the country are using vague and often subjective blight designations to justify seizing private property.

May 17, 2024

I was thrown out of California public library for discussing if it’s fair for men to compete in women’s sports

Library officials shut down the forum after only a few minutes, claiming that referring to male athletes in women’s sports as "men" violated library policy.

May 17, 2024

On this day in history, May 17, 1954, Supreme Court trounces segregation in landmark Brown v. Board case

The U.S Supreme Court declared segregation in public schools unconstitutional in the landmark Brown v. Board of Education case on this day in history, May 17, 1954.

May 16, 2024

NRA and conservative legal group sue Democrat governor over 7-day waiting period to buy guns

The Mountain States Legal Foundation and the National Rifle Association have filed a lawsuit challenging New Mexico's seven-day waiting period to purchase a firearm.