*This commentary was published in Forbes Magazine, on August 13, 2009 --- George Soros must be thrilled. Two hundred days into the Obama administration and 16 years after Soros began his advocacy for drug legalization and … [Read more...] about Soros and “Obamacare’s Medical Marijuana”
Treize Millions De Marocains Élisent Leurs Conseillers Municipaux
Quelque 13 millions de Marocains votaient vendredi pour élire près de 28.000 conseillers municipaux avec, pour la première fois, un quota de 12% de sièges réservés aux femmes et une grande inconnue: le taux d'abstention. Les bureaux de vote (environ … [Read more...] about Treize Millions De Marocains Élisent Leurs Conseillers Municipaux
When America’s Enemies Experience Domestic Unrest
In 1980, following the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan, a joke circulated in Warsaw: "What's the difference between Afghanistan and Poland? Answer: Afghanistan begins with an "A" and Poland with a "P". In other words, Poland might be Western and more … [Read more...] about When America’s Enemies Experience Domestic Unrest
Anti-Free Speech? UK Courts Can Help
Libel tourism is rife in our courts ﾖ and the UK legal system is becoming utterly discredited abroad as result. While various campaigning groups spring up left, right and centre with the aim of reforming Britain's mangled political system, it seems … [Read more...] about Anti-Free Speech? UK Courts Can Help
A Muslim Nation's Successful Election
In contrast to Iran, Morocco's recent vote marks a new degree of order, unity and tolerance. It is 131 degrees Fahrenheit in Marrakesh, Morocco, yet a slow but steady stream of voters--many of whom are women--enter the schoolyard to cast their … [Read more...] about A Muslim Nation's Successful Election
Bonnes Conditions
Les élections communales de 2009 se sont déroulées dans de "bonnes conditions", ont affirmé, samedi à Rabat, des observateurs internationaux. "Nous avons été impressionnés car on voyait très clairement que les gens connaissaient bien les règles et … [Read more...] about Bonnes Conditions
Letter To Congress To Strengthen The "Libel Tourism" Bill, H.R. 2765
Dear [Member of Congress], “Libel tourism” is a grave threat to Americans’ First Amendment free speech rights, and I’m writing you today because the U.S. House of Representatives is considering legislation that would effectively put an end to the … [Read more...] about Letter To Congress To Strengthen The "Libel Tourism" Bill, H.R. 2765
Floor Statement In Support Of H.R. 2765
To Amend Title 28, United States Code, To Prohibit Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Defamation Judgments (H.R. 2765) Madam Speaker, today I rise in support of H.R. 2765, legislation that would prohibit the recognition and enforcement of … [Read more...] about Floor Statement In Support Of H.R. 2765
Through The Looking Glass
English libel law turns US protection for free speech on its head. Floyd Abrams considers how the UK became an international libel capital English defamation law is under fire. Last July, the United Nations Human Rights Committee expressed "concern" … [Read more...] about Through The Looking Glass
Destination Libel
Is the fear of legal action creating a chilling effect for investigative journalism? Campaigners want British laws changed so libel tourists stay away The following correction was printed in the Guardian's Corrections and clarifications column, … [Read more...] about Destination Libel