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Atheists, leave the Bladensburg Cross Alone
You do not need to be as sharp as a mohel’s blade to figure out that I am not the most religious guy in the world. In fact, take the view that the First Amendment provides us both freedom of religion and freedom from religion. So when I see someone file a lawsuit to remove a huge crucifix from public
Mayer Brown, shame on you. (日本、ストライサンド効果へようこそ)
Every law firm gets confronted (on a pretty regular basis) with the question: “should I put my name on this?” That soul searching comes into play when you wonder, “is this honorable?” You know when it is, and when it isn’t. I’m not talking about representing a client that you know is guilty — they deserve a defense. I’m not
Why do we need fair use?
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kJ3BAF_15yQ#t=18] Need I say more?
This video will set you straight on a lot of issues
I mean, seriously… if you didn’t think of it this way before, you must be blind, or something… or maybe blinded by aliens, or frogs, or Ted Nugent or something. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=vCCw-8a8qGc]
God is a dick
i09 has a pretty good summary of why God is a dick here.
Intentional Sex Tort? (Im)practical Exercise
A while back, there was some spirited discussion about “Intentional Sex Torts” and whether misleading someone in order to hook up with them should be actionable. (Post here) Analyze the facts below. Should the Bass Player be liable? What, if anything, should Ms. Jorgensen recover?
Virginia Gay Marriage Ban Struck Down – Meanwhile Kansas is Still a Shit Hole
The Kansas legislature is on track to pass a law that will legalize discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, under the guise of “religious freedom.” (source) Apparently, the local variety of worship for the Magic Space Zombie Jew (MSZJ) includes being a douchebag to your neighbors. One part of me wants to say “so what?” Kansas sucks.
Temple of Sweetness
By Tatiana von Tauber I grew up watching Shirley Temple as a child. I bet you did too. While we age and time runs from us, death of great icons really bring us something to be grateful for, to see our lives differently or to realize just how someone affected you, more powerfully than you knew. Shirley Temple did that
RLG Seeks 0-2 Year Associate (Position Filled)
UPDATE: The position has been filled. However, if it is your dream to do this kind of work, I may know of a good firm in Colorado looking for someone. Randazza Legal Group is looking for an associate attorney with 0-2 years of experience. The successful candidate must be enthusiastic about practicing in the areas of First Amendment Law and
Knox. Knox. No Justice There.
By Tatiana von Tauber What do you think of this Amanda Knox story? I watched her interview here . It’s moving. I’ve been following the case for years and I empathize as sometimes facts lead to conclusions which create illusion, not truth and it is here we discover the depth of trust (and fault), in ourselves and our systems. What
Rest In Slack, Brother
In honor of Cliff Heller, who merged with the infinite on this day in 2006, the Legal Satyricon flag is lowered to half mast and there will be no posts today. If you happen to find yourself with a bottle of tequila nearby, I would like to invite you to take a shot (no salt) in his honor. If you
Miley Cyrus
What do I think of Miley Cyrus’ “performance?” Fuck you. That’s what I think of it. Why was anyone even watching the “MTV” “music” “awards?” Who gives a sweet holy fuck about them? A cabal of a few assholes picks their favorite corporate-approved “artists” and sells them to FUCKING SHEEP, and then the sheep are offended/aghast at what some prepackaged
Sacramento Husband says he was defamed by Cheaterville user
News 10 Sacramento reports that a Sacramento couple says they plan to subpoena Cheaterville to discover the identity of the person who posted the husband’s information on Cheaterville’s website. Randazza, who represents Cheaterville, said: “These are claims that nobody has seen since mid-January, and nobody remembers – but they will obtain far more notoriety, credence, and permanence as part of
Cops more likely to kill you than Terrorists
The next time you hear some whining coward (by that, I mean the majority of the American public) apologizing for the loss of our civil liberties in the name of “safety” from “terrorism,” remind them of this fact: You are eight times more likely to be killed by a cop than by a terrorist. (source) It is a little more
Why would a Muslim write a book about Christianity?
It isn’t as if Fox News has a high bar for journalistic talent or integrity. Lauren Green, however, seems crappy even for Fox News. Reza Aslan is one of the world’s foremost scholars on the subject of world religions. He recently wrote a book, Zealot: The Life and Times of Jesus of Nazareth (Amazon). Fox News decided to have Lauren
Blinded By The War on Terrorism
An op-ed in the Los Angeles Times tells it like it is. Sarah Chayes, a former assistant to the Joint Chiefs of Staff explains how our national obsession with terrorism has led to us being less free and less safe. For more than a decade, the U.S. government has been focused on one type of threat above all others: terrorism.
When is malpractice a good thing?
Well, never. But, in the case of JK Rowling’s outing as the real “Robert Galbraith,” perhaps it had a sliver lining? Rowling wrote a story under the Galbraith pseudonym. But, Rowling’s lawyers screwed the pigeon. Chris Gossage, an entertainment lawyer and partner at the law firm Russells, was apparently showing off when he told his wife’s best friend in a
Buzz Aldrin held a "secret" religious ceremony on the moon
Even as an atheist, with a strong belief in the separation of church and state (and a wish that people all over the world would shake off the yoke of superstition), I think this is a pretty cool story. Buzz Aldrin decided to hold his own private communion ceremony in the LEM before walking on the moon. Aldrin silently read
Elizabeth Warren Kicks Ass
Why am I proud to be a Masshole? Because Massholes elected this chick.
Rich people are assholes… scientifically proven?
No, really, watch this. [youtube=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IuqGrz-Y_Lc#at=38]
