Increase in UC Berkeley Law students identifying as disabled
A concerning trend has emerged at the prestigious UC Berkeley School of Law, where a notable number of students report having a “mental” or other mental conditions. According to university statistics, critics suggest that some students might be exploiting this situation to gain extra time during exams. There are currently 378 students enrolled in the […]
Juneteenth is meaningful only if natural law exists
As a philosophy instructor at a state university, I frequently interact with activist colleagues who leverage their classrooms for DEI, LGBTQ, and decolonization initiatives. They often justify this approach by claiming they are striving for justice, which they consider a fundamental educational goal. However, the legacy of chattel slavery reminds us that true justice isn’t […]
Republican lawmakers urge Hochul to reject legislation that removes ‘mother’ and ‘father’ from sections of New York State law
Not a Day for Non-Pregnant Parents As Father’s Day approaches, Republican lawmakers are urging Governor Cathy Hochul to reject a proposal they deem overly progressive. This legislation aims to alter child custody and parentage laws by removing the terms “mother” and “father.” The new gender-neutral terms, suggested by Hochul’s fellow Democrats, would replace “mother” with […]
Supreme Court collectively narrows the application of gun law used in Hunter Biden’s prosecution
Supreme Court Rules on Gun Rights for Marijuana Users The Supreme Court recently ruled in favor of “habitual” marijuana users challenging a federal restriction that denies firearm possession to people using illegal drugs. This decision is significant as it tests the boundaries of gun ownership laws under the Second Amendment. The court commented that the […]
Court decides Ohio can implement law requiring parental consent for social media use.
Ohio Court Upholds Social Media Parental Consent Law A federal appeals court has decided that Ohio has the authority to enforce a law that mandates parental consent for children under 16 to access social media platforms. This ruling is seen as a success for state officials who argue that such online platforms can endanger young […]
Candidate for Governor Promises to Prevent Sharia Law in Key State with Significant Muslim Community
Michigan Senator Pushes Resolution on Constitutional Supremacy On Wednesday, Republican Senator Aric Nesbitt from Michigan put forth a resolution that emphasizes the state’s commitment to the supremacy of both the United States Constitution and the Michigan Constitution. The bill did not receive support from the Democratic majority in the Michigan Senate, who opted to refer […]
Idaho Judge Partially Stops Law Punishing Transgender People for Bathroom Use
Federal Judge Blocks Idaho Law on Transgender Restroom Use A federal judge has decided to partially halt an Idaho law that would impose prison sentences on transgender individuals using the wrong restroom, as outlined in court documents. Chief U.S. District Judge Amanda Brailsford, who was appointed by President Joe Biden in 2023, issued a preliminary […]
Chicago Law Would Impose Fines on Parents for Teen Takeover Misconduct by Their Children
In a response to the ongoing issue of teenage takeovers in Chicago, some aldermen are pushing back against the mayor’s progressive approach by advocating for penalties against parents who fail to supervise their children. Members of the city council are reviving a proposal known as the Parental Responsibility Ordinance, initially put forth by Ald. Ray […]
Assisted Suicide Law in Illinois Exploits People with Disabilities, Lawsuit Claims
A recent legislative measure is facing criticism for potentially facilitating assisted suicide for individuals with disabilities. A doctor, two disabled individuals, and several advocacy organizations have initiated a lawsuit against Illinois’ new assisted suicide law, known as the End-of-Life Options Act (EOLA). Reports suggest that this act does not provide adequate safeguards against discrimination by […]
Hungarian Parliament Approves Law Blocking Orbán’s Return to Power
The Hungarian parliament recently passed constitutional amendments aimed at preventing former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán from being re-elected. This week, the newly elected Prime Minister Péter Magyar seems to have consolidated his power in Budapest, with the parliament voting 135-50 to introduce an eight-year term limit for prime ministers. Crucially, these amendments are set to […]