Opinion: the Drug War is Destroying MLK's Dream
Many African Americans are not free, behind bars for non-violent drug crimes
Policy
Families in North Korea and South Korea Prepare to Meet at Reunion
First reunions took place in 1985
Cory Booker's Sexual Orientation Becoming an Issue in NJ Senate Race
The Democratic nominee, who says the is straight, is trying to keep his personal life private
Hezbollah Threatens To Attack Israel if the West Conducts Strikes on Syria
Will probably not retaliate if the strikes are limited
British Government: It's "Highly Likely" Assad Regime Was Behind Use of Chemical Weapons Last Week
Military has made plans for intervention
US Economy Grew More Than Expected in the Second Quarter
GDP grew at a 2.5 percent annualized rate
Rand Paul Says Situation in Syria Has "No Clear National Security Connection" to the US
Points out that Congress, not the president, is supposed to declare war
Two Gitmo Detainees Moved to Algeria, 164 Remain
Pentagon says the transfer is part of the Obama administration's effort to close Guantanamo Bay
Selling and Buying of Israeli Gas Masks on eBay Increases Amid Fear of US Strike on Syria
Non-Israelis are not eligible for free gas masks from the government
Rhode Island Medical Marijuana Dispensary Wants Regulators To Allow Home Delivery Service
Greenleaf Compassionate Care Center of Portsmouth became the state's second medical marijuana dispensary in June
Montana Judge Says He Regrets Saying 14-Year-Old Rape Victim Was "Older Than Her Chronological Age"
Sentenced rapist to 30 days in jail, victim later killed herself
French Defense Minister Says Military is Ready for Strike on Syria
President Hollande does not need parliamentary approval for military action that lasts less than four months
Russia is Sending Warships to the Mediterranean
One of the Assad regime's closest allies has been arguing against Western intervention in Syria
China Warns the US Against Attacking Syria
Chinese media saying Syria could turn into another Iraq
Donald Rumsfeld Says Obama Administration Has Not Justified Intervention in Syria
Perhaps not the best person to be telling anyone about unjustified interventions
Ban Ki-Moon: UN Inspectors To Leave Syria on Saturday
Said the results of their investigation will be shared with U.N. member states
Obama Yet To Decide on Response To Suspected Chemical Attack in Syria
Military prepared for intervention
Kim Jong-un's Ex-Girlfriend Reportedly Executed for Violating North Korea's Porn Laws
South Korean newspaper Chosun Ilbo reports that Hyon Song-wol was executed by firing squad three days after being arrested
Missouri Legislature Set To Override Governor's Veto and Pass Bill Nullifying Federal Gun Laws
"No" vote not a good career move in some parts of the state
UK To Release Intelligence on Recent Suspected Chemical Attack in Syria
MIlitary has already made plans for intervention
Woman Suing Police Department After Cops in Chicago Suburb Beat Her and Members of Her Family
Was left permanently disabled
PA State Attorneys Say Same-Sex Licenses Are Invalid
Compared same-sex couples to children, who also can't get married thanks to a 1996 law
The Cost of Symbolism in Syria
If Assad does not respond as hoped, Obama will face unhappy choices about his credibility and much more.
US Intelligence Officials: Intel Linking Assad to Recent Suspected Chemical Attack No "Slam Dunk"
Obama seems to think otherwise
War Powers Objections Raised to Obama's Syria Plans
As Senator, Obama himself objected to unilateral executive action
Federal Judge Knocks Arbitrary Drug Sentencing Enhancements
Mandatory minimums can get even nastier for repeat offenses, if the prosecutor wants to push it
Miami Police Union Discourages Applicants From Considering Department
It's all the coconut oil
The Clueless Crusade to Ban E-Cigarettes
Prohibitionists target a safe alternative because...it looks like smoking?
Planned Tax Hikes Kill High-End Swiss Real Estate Market
Way to shoot your economy in the foot
High-Profile Network Plans 100 New Charter Schools for NYC
Cue screams from the usual suspects
Charter Schools Redefine Teaching Careers as Shorter, More Dynamic
Not just gathering moss for 30 years
Ousted Ill. GOP Leader Hired to Help Lobby for Gay Marriage Recognition
Retained by the ACLU
Bipartisan Coalition Urging Obama to Seek Congressional Approval for Syrian Action
81 members of Congress have signed
St. Louis Newsman Fired over Facebook Comments About IRS Targeting Sues
Said he thought he may have been targeted due to interview questions he asked President Obama
