I don’t always wholeheartedly agree with Sen. Lindsey Graham’s position, nor do I always agree with how he goes about speaking to those positions and against those of the opposition; he is often overly vitriolic, hyperbolic, and antagonistic. Sometimes though, it’s a true joy to watch him cut loose on some poor, deluded fool who has no knowledge or understanding of the matters at hand. His teaching remedial law and civil rights under that law to Obama’s Attorney... Full Story

California already has a medical marijuana law in place, which of course has run afoul of federal regulations in the past. Recently, though, AG Eric Holder said that federal agents wouldn't pursue those who were abiding by state regulations. Now the Marijuana Policy Project has launched an ad campaign advocating regulation and taxation of marijuana as a way out of California's budget crisis.The spot will be seen on cable news outlets including CNN, CNN Headline News, MSNBC and CNBC in... Full Story

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania During the 2008 Presidential Election armed and unformed operatives of the hate group, The New Black Panther Party,deployed themselves outside of at least polling place in order to intimidate White voters. This was a clear case of overt and thuggish voter intimidation and directly violated the 1965 Voting Rights Act by scaring would-be voters with the weapon, racial epithets and military-style uniforms. The thugs were escorted away by the police and later a civil suit was brought against... Full Story

Washington Dc, USA It looks like Barack Obama is making good on another campaign promise.  US Attorney General Eric Holder has announced that the FBI and DEA will be forbidden to raid Medical Marijuana Clubs.  Personally, I find it odd that a state can legalize a practice otherwise illegal by federal standards, but the Federal Government is allowed to intervene in state policy by arresting those that participate in said practice.  Confusing?  Yeah, me too ... When questioned, Holder... Full Story

USA, Washington Dc The senate committee approved Eric Holder Jr. for the Attorney General position with a vote of 17-2. The only senators to oppose the nomination were - Republican Sens. John Cornyn of Texas and Tom Coburn of Oklahoma.  Cornyn criticized Holder's role in controversial pardons and questioned whether he would protect intelligence agents who participated in harsh interrogations (from AP). He still awaits senate confirmation, which he is most likely going to win. From Reuters -... Full Story