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Muslim judge in Pennsylvania limits 1st Amendment
From Charles Platt A judge in Pennsylvania who just happens to be of muslim faith informed a plaintiff that the 1st Amendment doesn’t necessarily give you the right to “p people off.” The plaintiff had worn a “Zombie Mohammed” costume in a public parade in Mechanicsburg, thus enraging a muslim observer who ran forward and tried to choke the man
Be Afraid. Be Very Afraid.
“America is suffering a pandemic of harm from pornography. A wealth of research is now available demonstrating that pornography causes profound brain changes in both children and adults, resulting in widespread negative consequences. Addiction to pornography is now common for adults and even for some children. The average age of first exposure to hard-core, Internet pornography is now 11. Pornography
Max Bretos Owes No Apology
As the world seems to be aware, the New York Knicks have a new star player named Jeremy Lin. Not since Patrick Ewing, my fellow Hoya, joined the team have I seen such excitement over a Knickerbocker. [Full disclosure: I grew up in NY and I am a Knicks fan.] Over the weekend, an ESPN writer used the phrase “chink
UMassAmherst: Alumni Spotlight
UMass Amherst recently featured alumnus Marc Randazza in the journalism school’s alumni spotlight. Randazza says of the journalism school: “Every bit of my success I got because of that program.” Read More…
Naked People- Ewwwww!
Those who live or spend a good amount of time in the Valley of the Sun will notice that, like all states, Arizona has its share of religious wackos and crazy leftists. I have friends in this state from the very far “cling to your bible and gun” right to “dear god wipe off that patchouli oil, you effing hippie”
It's Not Over Yet.
I, for one, am elated that the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals found Prop 8 Unconstitutional. Source . However, I would be remiss if I didn’t at least bring up the one thing Prop 8 supporters have going for them- Prop 8 was passed by the voters. And that is a very good, very important point. Whenever the judicial branch
Copyright lawsuit targets owners of non-secure wireless networks
In a recent filing, Liberty Media Holdings asserts that leaving a wireless network connection unsecured is a form of negligence. The issue has not yet been addressed in court. Attorney Marc Randazza states in the article: “You should know better than to leave your home wireless open.” Read More…
Georgia Supreme Court Helps Legitimize Assisted Suicide
By J. DeVoy While illegal in 39 states, assisted suicide in not illegal in Georgia. The state attempted to create the illusion that the practice was illegal, however, by outlawing public advertisement of assisted suicide services through OCGA § 16-5-5(b). The statute did not forbid all offers to provide assisted suicide services, but only those publicly advertised. Today, the Georgia Supreme Court
Yes! Yes! YES!! Could an L.A. condom law push pornsters out of SoCal and drive some naughty business our way?
Las Vegas CityLife reports on the LA condom law ordinance and its impact on the Las Vegas economy. Attorney Marc Randazza said the benefits to Las Vegas would go beyond the film world: They’ve not only rented buildings that were otherwise laying empty … They’ve hired dozens of local people.
Marc Randazza: First Amendment attorney
Las Vegas CityLife features a Q&A with attorney Marc Randazza, who was recently sworn in to the Nevada State Bar. In the article, Randazza says: I think we all need to remember that the First Amendment is there for speech that we don’t like. Otherwise, who needs it?
Righthaven.com Now Pays Tribute To Content Creators
WebProNews posted an update on the new Righthaven.com by sharing a message posted on the website. The message states: …[W]e are beyond pleased to have retained the services of internationally known First Amendment and IP lawyer Marc J. Randazza, of The Randazza Legal Group and Kenneth White, a Partner at Brown White & Newhouse LLP, whose practice includes First Amendment
New Righthaven To Offer 'Hosting With A Backbone'; Will Avoid Unnecessary Takedowns
TechDirt writes about the new Righthaven.com, which will offer “Hosting with a Backbone.” The company has hired the Randazza Legal Group as its counsel. The post states: In a bit of irony… they’ve hired Righthaven-slayer, Marc Randazza, to act as their lawyer. Read More…
Suit contesting Nevada marriage standards to go forward
By J. DeVoy District of Nevada Judge Philip Pro declined to dismiss Clark County from a lawsuit brought by the ACLU to challenge Nevada’s “religious test” for whom may solemnize a marriage as implemented by the County. Clark County handles marriage matters in the Las Vegas metro area, ranging from issuing marriage certificates to authorizing officials to perform religious ceremonies.
New Righthaven offers hosting service "with a spine"
BoingBoing reports that the new owner of Righthaven.com, Swiss-based ISP Ort Cloud, has announced that it will offer web hosting for people worried about the potential of legal threats for the content they offer. The website has partnered with attorney Marc Randazza. The post states: Through a partnership with U.S.-based first amendment lawyers Marc Randazza and Kenneth White, the new Righthaven says
What happened to Cohen v. California?
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZkA-rffPVaw] A man was arrested for wearing a jacket with a political message on it while in the history exhibit at the United States Supreme Court. Yes, the same United States Supreme Court that said it was Paul Robert Cohen’s right to wear a jacket in a courthouse emblazoned with the message “fuck the draft.” Cohen v. California, 403 U.S.
Megaupload Shut Down, Operators Charged
XBiz reports on the shutdown of cyberlocker Megaupload.com, whose operators have been charged with running an international mega conspiracy. Attorney Marc Randazza said of the shut down: If the government can prove these claims, which seem pretty difficult to refute, these guys are going to have an uphill defense. Read More…
Let's Be "Newtly" Open
by Tatiana von Tauber Would you find your spouse immoral if s/he asked you for an open marriage? If you’re like the general population, probably so and that’s because monogamy in marriage is so entrenched in our Judeo-Christian culture as the best way that it’s very difficult to pull out of such a norm; however, I believe Newt Gingrich showed a
Condoms in porn: Moving industry out of state could be difficult
The Los Angeles Times reports on the new L.A. City Council ordinance that requires condom use in adult films. Attorney Marc Randazza suggests Nevada as a possible alternative for adult film companies searching for a close but more permissive venue for studios. The article states: Randazza said he would find it hard to believe that a district attorney in Nevada
And in other copyright news … some bad news
The supreme court has ruled in Golan v. Holder that works that enter the public domain may be pushed back under the cover of copyright protection. (source) This is an absolute abomination. No surprise that our “wise latina” on the Court went with the majority.
