Defendant Eric H. Holder (far right), current Attorney General of the United States, during a Senate Judiciary Hearing.
The new enemy
The federal government is tasked with providing for a common defense and ensuring the rights of citizens, but what happens when these two principles conflict? Should national security be favored over personal liberty, or vice versa? This was the debate behind the case Holder v. Humanitarian Law Project. The case was formed nearly ten years ago, after the U.S. Patriot Act made it illegal to give "material support" to terrorist groups. Then, roughly one month ago on June 21, the Supreme Court upheld the law in a 6-3 vote.
O'Malley proposes waiving AP and PSAT exam fee
Maryland Governor Martin O'Malley (D) announced a plan to waive the $86 fee to take an Advanced Placement (AP) exam for all Maryland students in a press conference on July 13.
Tiger's hunt for victory
On Sunday, July 18, South African golfer Louis Oosthuizen won the 2010 British Open in St. Andrews, Scotland, yet perhaps the greatest amount of post-tournament attention centered on Tiger Woods.
"The Kids" are remarkable
“The Kids Are All Right" is an exceptional work that succeeds on many levels: It has a story destined to touch audiences, top acting performances and an authenticity that is lacking from many of today’s films.
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The ACE Hardware store in Downtown Takoma Park sits open for business on a quiet July day. The much anticipated store opened July 7.