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September, 2000 
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From Saturday, September 30, 2000

You Can Help Landmine Victims (Human Rights)
With a donation to the Vietnam Veterans of America Foundation (VVAF), you can have a profound impact of the life of a landmine victim. VVAF provides artificial limbs, orthotic braces, wheelchairs, rehabilitation, landmine awareness, and jobs to landmine victims all over the world. Find out how you can donate right now.

RU-486: Malpractice Lawyers, Prepare! (Pro-Life)
Prolifers and prochoicers have drawn their lines. I'd like to address the one group of people most likely to benefit from the introduction of RU-486:personal injury attorneys. From Pro Life Guide Christina Dunigan.

Take Action on East Timor (Human Rights)
East Timor Action Network Canada has launched a campaign calling for a formal military embargo against Indonesia. The organization seeks a cancellation of all outstanding military export permits and an end to all shipments of military goods already sold.

From Friday, September 29, 2000

Syndicate City: Al Capone and Cicero, Illinois (Organized Crime)
Al Capone and Johnny Torrio owned Cicero, IL, controlling virtually every town official through bribery and intimidation. The mob knows the value of making political contributions. In 1924, a violent election showed that when the mob donates, it wants a payoff.

Former Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau Dies (Canada Online)
Pierre Trudeau, former Prime Minister of Canada, has died, leaving a legacy of justice and equality, and fighting for a unified Canada.

From Thursday, September 28, 2000

Coming Out in Congress - Three Who Have (US Government)
National Coming Out Day - Oct. 11, 2000 - will have special significance for three Americans who hold the distinction of being openly gay or lesbian and serving as Members of the United States Congress. US Government Guide Robert Longley reports.

Mighty Morphin' Presidential Candidates (US Politics)
Do you hate Bush or Gore, well here's your chance to do something about it. US Politics Guide John Aravosis has set up a page where you can mess with their photos online - it has no educational value whatsoever, and is loads of fun. Try it!

VAWA Passed by House (Women's Issues)
Description: The House of Representatives finally passed the bill to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act. But hurdles remain: In the Senate, the bill may not get consideration as a stand-alone measure. And men's rights groups continue to criticize the bill as sexist. Women's Issues Guide Karen Gould reports.

The Bush is Back (US Politics)
Last week I said Bush was toast, and boy did folks get mad. Now I've changed my mind, sort of. He's still in the race, but can he win? Find out in this week's column by US Politics Guide John Aravosis.

Yugoslavia: What Now? (World News)
The voting is over, but we may never know the actual vote totals. Can Milosevic survive? There were 200,000 protesters in the streets of Belgrade yesterday. How many will there be tomorrow?

Celebs Who Have "Inned" Themselves (Gay/Lesbian Issues)
This category is devoted to those long-suffering celebrities of every stripe about whom there has been speculation that they might be gay, lesbian or bisexual, and who have firmly stepped up to the microphone to announce their unrepentant heterosexuality to the world.

Economic Targets for Canada (Canada Online)
Canada's Finance Minister has a vision of the "new economy", and very specific economic goals that Canada must meet. From Susan Munroe, About Guide to Canada Online.

From Wednesday, September 27, 2000

Let's All Pick on Russia (World Newspapers)
The past two months have not been particularly kind to Russia's image. And now a number of international organizations that have an interest in press freedom have stepped up the pace of criticism over Russia's attempts to choke expression

Born Alive Bill Passes House (Pro-Life)
The House passed a bill requiring doctors to give babies born alive during botched abortions the same care and protections as other babies. From Pro Life Guide Christina Dunigan.

House Passes Three Emotion-charged Bills (US Government)
The "Born-Alive Infants Protection Act," "The Violence Against Women Act of 2000" and "The Missing Children Tax Fairness Act of 2000" were all passed by the U.S. House on September 26 during a marathon 15-hour session. Details and votes from US Government Guide Robert Longley.

From Tuesday, September 26, 2000

High Court Backs Microsoft (US News)
The U.S. Supreme Court said on Tuesday that it had declined the government's request to hear Microsoft's appeal of its bitterly-contested antitrust case and instead was sending it to a lower court, stalling efforts to splinter the software giant.

Can Clinton Save the Tobacco Towns? (US Government)
Ensure the economic future of towns currently dependent on the tobacco industry without in any way encouraging the use of tobacco products. President Clinton has ordered the creation of a special commission to study ways to do it. Tough duty. US Government Guide Robert Longley reports.

Exhumed Bodies Unearth More Bulger Evidence (Organized Crime)
In the past nine months, authorities have recovered the bodies of five suspected victims of fugitive mob boss "Whitey" Bulger. Thanks to mob informant Kevin Weeks, they just keep on coming. The latest bodies and murder allegations are in.

Books, bans and media (Civil Liberties)
Enjoy the victories celebrated during Banned Books Week, but don't get too smug. The censors have just moved on. From J.D. Tuccille, your Guide toCivil Liberties.

From Monday, September 25, 2000

Conjoined Twins: Must One Die? (Pro-Life)
A European couple faces the possibility that a court will order one of their conjoined twin daughters to be killed to try to save the other. From Pro Life Guide Christina Dunigan.

University of  Georgia Sorority Snubs a Sister (Race Relations)
Allegations of racial discrimination at one University of Georgia sorority house lead to racial sensitivity training for a houseful of sisters, a sister without a house and a sorority without a minority. Sound Greek to you? Race Relations Guide Kimberly Hohman has the translation.

Biker Gangs Wage Turf War in Canada (Organized Crime)
Ontario's Hells Angels are battling Rock Machine for control of the region's lucrative sex, narcotics and money laundering trades. As the violence escalates, Quebec politicians are pleading that the government invoke an emergency clause to suspend the civil rights of criminal gang membership.

A Criminally Negligent Homicide (Law)
A baby's tragic death in an overheated Massachusetts car raises the legal question of when to criminally punish for negligence. Do you think we should criminally charge someone causing a death by gross negligence? Paul Reed has the analysis.

Goodbye Carl Rowan (US Newspapers)
Carl Rowan, the nation's most prominent black journalist, has died. He leaves a legacy of intellect, wit, compassion and a thirst for justice. His liberal voice of reason will be missed. A new feature by About guide to US Newspapers Jack Downs.

From Sunday, September 24, 2000

The Threat of Tyranny (Conspiracies)
The Gun Control controversy is one of the most contentious issues in our society right now. Will stiffer gun laws make us a more peaceful society or would they be a portent of totalitarian dictatorship? From Conspiracies Guide Marc Fisher.

The Yugoslavian Elections (World News)
Yugoslavia is in the process of electing - or re-electing - a president. Fraud, protests, and the future role of NATO are all part of the story. World News Guide Keith Porter has background.

2002 Olympics to Cost US Taxpayers $1.3 Billion (US Government)
As American Olympians mine gold in Australia, American Taxpayers are digging into their own pocketbooks for the 2002 Winter Games in Salt Lake City. A GAO report puts the price tag a $1.3 billion -- without the official approval of Congress. US Government Guide Robert Longley reports.

From Saturday, September 23, 2000

The New York Five (Organized Crime)
A current listing of the bosses, underbosses and principal activities of the New York Five: the Bonanno, Colombo, Gambino, Genovese and Lucchese crime families. Also includes the name of each family's first Don and other similar tidbits...

Tough Debate Questions for Al Gore (US Conservatives)
Campaign appearances provide more than enough opportunities for scripted, choreographed presentations of a candidate's message, but debate moderators should play hardball and show us the candidates under pressure. Here are some suggested questions for Vice President Gore

Tidbit: Gay Again - John Paulk (Gay/Lesbian Issues)
Exodus North America response to the news regarding the ex-gay movement's poster boy's visit to gay bar.

A Teen "Thanks" Dr. Laura (Gay/Lesbian Issues)
What happens when Laura's advice is put into practice. (Not that Laura would know ... one of the many points made in the poem.)

Open Offer to Laura Schlessinger (Gay/Lesbian Issues)
Laura Schlessinger's Gay and Lesbian friends are being silenced ... or so she says. I offer them a platform, but am not offered one in return.

From Friday, September 22, 2000

Should Convicted Felons Lose the Right to Vote? (Crime)
Well, should they? Crime Guide Bill Bickel wants to know.

 Georgia Jury Ignores the Law; Acquits Dog-Killing Cop (Animal Rights)
Georgia Jury Ignores the Law; Acquits Dog-Killing Cop A jury just allowed a Georgia police officer to get away with shooting his neighbor's dog in clear violation of the law. Does he deserve to get his badge back?

Safe-n-Legal or Back Alley Butchery? (Pro-Life)
Can you tell the difference between a criminal abortionist and a safe and legal abortion provider? Read the scenarios from real life, then see if you can tell what kind of abortionist each describes. From Pro Life Guide Christina Dunigan.

AFA Reacts to John Hancock Ad (Gay/Lesbian Issues)
Take a look at what they're asking their supporters to do then follow-up with your own comments to John Hancock --- this is important even if you've already contacted John Hancock on this issue.

Gems from the Forum: Personal Safety (Women's Issues)
The Women's Issues Forum members share their tips and adviceabout safety precautions, cybersafety, self-defense and guns. While most of them aren't "professionals," many of them learned their lessons from the most demanding teacher of all - life.

From Thursday, September 21, 2000

Whitewater Probe Ends (US News)
Bringing an end to the tangled investigation that initially set out to unravel obscure real estate dealings but eventually almost toppled a presidency, the independent counsel has said that there is insufficient evidence to charge the Clintons.

Peacekeeping Under the Microscope (World News)
A Pentagon report details serious misconduct by U.S. forces in Kosovo. The report also raises serious questions about peacekeeping in general. About's World News Guide, Keith Porter, has the story. 

Instant Abortion for Your Daughter at School? (Pro-Life)
Pro-family members of the House of Representatives are working to protect your daughter from pill pushers. The pill in question is the abortifacient marketed as "morning after" pills. From Pro Life Guide Christina Dunigan.

Census Bureau Declares Victory (US Government)
Despite objections over privacy and discrimination, the Census Bureau reports that over 67 percent of U.S. citizens had responded to their Census 2000 forms by mail, telephone or the Internet through September 7. A rate much better than expected. US Government Guide Robert Longley reports.

Election 2000 (Pro-Choice)
Presidential candidates on choice.

Short Take: Drug warriors shoot low (Civil Liberties)
The war on drugs claimed another victim. This time, it was Alberto Sepulveda, an 11-year-old boy. From J.D. Tuccille, your Guide to Civil Liberties.

"Slavery-like" Conditions for Thai Women in Japan (Human Rights)
According to a new report from Human Rights Watch, thousands of Thai women suffer slavery-like conditions in the Japanese sex industry. From Kevin Reid, Human Rights Guide.

"Benefit for a Friend" - Skinny Joey Needs Your Help (Organized Crime)
Friends and associates of imprisoned Philly mob boss Joey Merlino demanded $100 a head for admission to their "Benefit for a Friend." Proceeds of the Oldies Night festivities will go to the Joey Merlino Defense Fund

From Wednesday, September 20, 2000

Legal Protection for Sydney Olympics Brands (Law)
The Olympic Committee and the Aussies have combined to give unprecedented legal favor to official game sponsors, banning such products as Pepsi, MasterCard and Egg McMuffin look-alikes, and leaving one to wonder just who benefits from this new control.

Cut Teen Pregnancies - Win a Grant (US Government)
Can cutting rates of out-of-wedlock births and teen pregnancy reduce welfare costs? Federal awards totaling $300 million to states that do so says it can. Find out more about the government’s efforts to reform the welfare system. From US Government Guide Robert Longley.

CWA Alert: Sex Trafficking; Unborn Children (Pro-Life)
The latest action alert from Concerned Women For America addresses sex trafficing and the Born Alive Infant Protection Act. From Pro Life Guide Christina Dunigan.

What Real Informed Consent Would Look Like (Pro-Life)
A forum post about informed consent found support among the prolife and prochoice. What would real informed consent for an abortion be? From Pro Life Guide Christina Dunigan.

Senate to Vote on High-Tech H-1B Visas (Immigration)
After many a stall, the Senate has finally decided to vote on the hi-tech visa bill. But will there be a catch?

Elian Gonzales Movie (Immigration)
Didn't know there was a movie about Elian? Consider yourself lucky, for now. An editorial.

"Let Them Both Die," Archbishop Says (Pro-Choice)
The leader of the Catholic Church in Britain told London's Court of Appeal that conjoined ("Siamese") twin girls should both die rather than face separation, which would mean "Jodie" will survive and lead a normal life, while "Mary" will die. Meanwhile, residents of the island where the twins' Catholic parents live dispute their claims that Jodie would be stigmatized and lack medical treatment if she returned home, which is one reason why they want her to be allowed to die.

From Tuesday, September 19, 2000

Trash Talkin' (Race Relations)
Australian long-jumper, Jai Taurima isn't concerned about the threat of black athletes taking home the gold in this year's Olympics. See, it's too cold in Australia for all "the dark guys" to really perform. John Rocker revisited or just good ole trash talkin'? Race Relations Guide Kimberly Hohman lets you to be the judge.

Closing the Book on Hate (Race Relations)
Barnes & Noble and the Anti-Defamation League have teamed up to replace ignorance with education. Join them in their campaign to Close the Book on Hate and join Race Relations Guide, Kimberly Hohman in a B&N University course on teaching tolerance.

Senate Approves PNTR for China 83-15 (US Government)
In what some members consider Congress' most important vote since World War II, the U.S. Senate today approved 83-15 a bill granting permanent normal trade relations (PNTR) to the People's Republic of China. US Government Guide Robert Longley reports.

Gore's Prescription Drug Anecdote Not True (Conservative Politics)
Aides concede Al Gore fabricated parts of a personal story he told at a campaign appearance. Conservative News Service report by Susan Jones.

How 'Nonpartisan' is the Commission on Presidential Debates? (Conservative Politics)
What are the agendas of the organizations promoting "voter education efforts" in conjunction with the presumably nonpartisan Commission on Presidential Debates? Commentary from Scott Hogenson of the Conservative News Service.

 NAF Newspeak on Abortion Pill (Pro-life)
The National Abortion Federation's (NAF) press release on a member survey about chemical abortions not only brings us the latest news; it brings us the latest Newspeak. From Pro Life Guide Christina Dunigan.

Olympic Links (US Newspapers)
Links to Sydney 2000 coverage at major American newspapers and more. A new feature from About guide to US Newspapers Jack Downs.

Hurricane Season Heats Up (US Newspapers)
Links to breaking hurricane news, predictions, advice and warnings in online US newspapers. An updated feature from About guide to US Newspapers Jack Downs.

Human Rights Update (Human Rights)
Refugee Women in Guinea Raped, ACLU Calls for a Moratorium, Speak Truth to Power, Banned Book Week, and Upcoming Events.

Take Action (Human Rights)
A US Congressman wants to end U.S. sanctions against the military junta of Burma. The Free Burma Coalition is asking for help. Act Now!

Canadian? Take Action (Human Rights)
Throughout September, "Light of Darkness," a special television series produced by Amnesty International Canada, will be shown on many stations across the country. Don't miss it.

From Monday, September 18, 2000

PNTR for China - Senate Set for Vote (US Government)
After two weeks of debate and dozens of failed amendments, the U.S. Senate is set for a final vote on a bill granting permanent normal trade relations (PNTR) to the People's Republic of China. Read more on PNTR and get the final vote here. US Government Guide Robert Longley has the story.

Gutting Fetuses Goes Hollywood (Pro-life)
I don't think what Michael J. Fox and Mary Tyler Moore have in mind is causing the mother additional unnecessary risks and then gutting the baby live so you get a fresh specimen. But that is precisely what they're asking for. From Pro Life Guide Christina Dunigan.

Federal Court Rules Flemmi Not Immune to Bug (Organized Crime)
A federal court of appeals ruled last Monday that federal prosecutors will be allowed to use information obtained with wiretaps in the 1980s in their racketeering trial against Boston mobster Stephen "the Rifleman" Flemmi.

From Sunday, September 17, 2000

Two Koreas March As One (World News)
North and South Korea made history by marching together during the Opening Ceremonies at the Sydney 2000 Games. After fifty years of war, will Korea finally re-unite? World News Guide Keith Porter has the story. 

Home, But Not Home Free (US News)
After spending nine months in solitary confinement for allegedly stealing the "crown jewels" of the nation's nuclear weapons arsenal, Wen Ho Lee was freed from a New Mexico prison last week by a judge who called his treatment at the hands of the feds embarrassing. Was Lee the victim of a racially motivated witch hunt? From US News Guide Clare Saliba.

Misfiring history: A review of "Arming America" (Civil Liberties)
Michael A. Bellesiles has penned an intriguing history of the private use of firearms in 'Arming America.' Too bad his book was written as a long political pamphlet rather than an exercise in legitimate scholarship. From J.D. Tuccille, your Guide to Civil Liberties.

Constitution Day - Celebrate it! (US Government)
On September 17, 1787, the 55 delegates to the Constitutional Convention held their final meeting. Only one item of business occupied the agenda that day, to sign the Constitution of the United States of America. From U.S. Government Guide Robert Longley.

New Health Deal in Canada (Canada Online)
With a $23.4 billion transfusion into health care from the federal government, Canada's First Ministers have come to an agreement on health reform. From Susan Munroe, About Guide to Canada Online.

From Saturday, September 16, 2000

I'm gonna get some white-out and write myself a letter (Crime)
Because we can all use a laugh: A tale of extortion, correction fluid and unbelievable stupidity

Subliminally Silly (US Conservatives)
Conservative News Service commentary from Peter Roff: "The dust up over the RNC [rats] ad against Al Gore is, without a doubt ... the silliest excuse for a national issue I have ever seen."

Fantasy Dr. Laura (Gay/Lesbian Issues)
It's one of the funniest bits I've ever read about Ms. Laura.

Update: Cheney and U.S. Defense Readiness (US Conservatives)
New paragraphs and links about the controversy surrounding Cheney's military readiness comments.

Free Speech and Violence (Crime)
How far should we protect free speech when it leads to violence?

HLI: Homosexual Marriage To Become Netherlands' Next Failed Social Experiment (Gay/Lesbian Issues)
Father Matthew Habiger of Human Life International reacts to the news from Netherlands.

Thank John Hancock (Gay/Lesbian Issues)
John Hancock recognizes gay and lesbian families.  They're going to get guff, let's make sure we recognize their  effort.

UFMCC Looks at Dutch Marriage (Gay/Lesbian Issues)
They like what they see and plan to keep up the pressure to create equal marriage rights in the U.S.

Medicare Card Replacement Via the Web (US Government)
As part of the agency's growing E-government initiative, the Social Security Administration has made it possible -- even easy -- for Medicare beneficiaries to order a replacement Medicare card over the Internet. 

From Friday, September 15, 2000

Investigation: Binod Sinha and Abortion Death (Pro-life)
New Jersey is deciding what action to take against anesthesiologist Binod Sinha, who had been disciplined in 1989 after allowing an abortion patient to die. Is he the same Dr. Sinha involved in Debra Lozinski's death? From Pro Life Guide Christina Dunigan.

From Thursday, September 14, 2000

Bonanno Mobsters Plead Guilty in Courtroom Shocker (Organized Crime)
In a move that stunned prosecutors, three Bonanno crime family members pleaded guilty on Monday to murder and racketeering charges that could put them away for life. Organized Crime Guide Eponine Sallee reports.

FCC On RATS, Rats, rats... (US Government)
Two Democratic Senators have requested that the FCC investigate the Republican Party's "RATS" presidential campaign ad. Find out more about sub-conscious, or "subliminal" advertising and where the FCC and other agencies stand on it. US Government Guide Robert Longley Reports.

Job Openings in the US Congress (US Government)
The U.S. House of Representatives has just added a job vacancy-listing page to its Web site. What kind of jobs can you get in the U.S. Congress? How much do they pay? How do you apply? Find out from US Government Guide Robert Longley.

Re-Inventing Ellis Island (Race Relations)
Seeking some relief from their current people shortage, some Iowan politicians are proposing "an all-out immigrant recruitment drive." But racial tensions between a 96 percent-white Iowa and minority immigrants may make Iowa's melting pot dreams too hot to handle.

Making News of Race (Race Relations)
The New York Times and Newsweek are taking on racial issues in the absence of high drama. The idea seems to be catching on, but can this approach lead to better understanding among the races?

September 13 Comes and Goes (World News)
The Palestinians were poised to declare statehood on September 13. But the deadline came and went...and the peace talks go on. What is the next big deadline? World News Guide Keith Porter has the story.

From Wednesday, September 13, 2000

Short Take: FTC targets the usual suspects (Civil Liberties)
In a perennial exercise in which politicos and bureaucrats attack artists and entertainers, the FTC report on violent media blames social woes on the usual suspects. From J.D. Tuccille, your Guide to Civil Liberties.

The Death of Friday (Conspiracies)
The death of Clinton associate Hershell Friday was not as mysterious as internet rumor made it sound. A reader gives us his version of the story.

Diane Sawyer and the Non-Story of Lawson Akpulonu (Pro-life)
Life Dynamics offered advance information about a seedy abortionist to Diane Sawyer, but she considered Lawson Akpulonu to be 'a non-story.' From Pro Life Guide Christina Dunigan.

Retrospective: Mickey Cohen and the "Mickey Mouse Mafia" (Organized Crime)
Mickey Cohen led a charmed and brazen life, surviving numerous attempts on his life and a lifelong battle with Los Angeles Mafia boss Jack Dragna. Eponine Sallee profiles the life and times of the celebrity gangster, and explains why the California syndicate came to be known as the Mickey Mouse Mafia

Firestone/Ford Debacle Shows Evil in Sealed Settlements (Law)
Policies that allow civil litigants to keep settlements secret are under fire for allowing public dangers to go unheeded, as shown by the Firestone Tire disaster. Should confidentiality agreements be restricted?

Stupid Bitch (Gay/Lesbian Issues)
Well, that's what my mother calls her, as in, "That stupid bitch isn't even Jewish!" aka Dr. Laura ... I have a list of her sponsors as collected by GLAAD, StopDr.Laura and a cast of tens of thousands. From Gay/Lesbian Issues Guide Deborah Levinson.

From Tuesday, September 12, 2000

Rat Flak (US News)
A picture might be worth a thousand words, but it's a snippet of a word in a political spot that's causing some to cast a critical eye on George W. Bush's campaign tactics. But was the ad a subliminal effort to influence voters? From US News Guide Clare Saliba.

Firestone, Ford, DOT and the Law (US Government)
As congressional hearings into the tire recall continue, this much we know; somebody failed American consumers -- fatally. Exactly what laws might have been violated, and what could the penalties for those violations be? From US Government Guide Robert Longley.

Short Take: Cop insurance? (Civil Liberties)
Can an insurance company stop brutal cops where politicos have failed? Nobody knows for sure, but letting motorists keep a shyster on call can't hurt. From J.D. Tuccille, your Guide to Civil Liberties.

Doc Faces Charges in Feticide Plot (Pro-life)
A Lima, Ohio doctor accused of slipping a former girlfriend drugs to try to kill her fetus is facing a count of attempted murder for each incident. The suspect also faces 8 other charges. From Pro Life Guide Christina Dunigan.

More Invisible Pro-choice Violence (Pro-life)
Again we take a look at stuff that doesn't make the network news when abortionists do it, such as forced abortion, wife beating, and raping little girls. From Pro Life Guide Christina Dunigan.

Kansas Abortuary Update (Pro-life)
Lawrence, Kansas abortionist Kristin Neuhaus will be able to use general sedation under a provision that she improve record-keeping and submit to random checks. From Pro Life Guide Christina Dunigan.

Anti-Cockfighting Bill to be Heard (Animal Rights)
The U.S. House Committee on Agriculture is scheduled to hold hearings on a bill which would close a loophole allowing cockfighting. Learn more about the cruel sport of cockfighting, what former Congressmen have accepted funds to lobby against the bill, and how you can listen to live testimony from your computer!

The Right to Indict (Crime)
Updated "hit list" of abortion doctors distributed by militant pro-lifers (and a murder that might have resulted from it).

Back to School Special (Crime)
The danger of violence in schools, and the danger of the fear of violence in schools -- and why they're both valid concerns

A Landmine Free World (Human Rights)
According to a new report, there has been significant progress in the last year towards the elimination of landmines worldwide. But, a lot of work still needs to be done.

From Monday, September 11, 2000

Bush Whacked: Federal Judge Says Texas Denies Needy Children Basic Health Care Rights (Law)
Providing ammunition to the Gore presidential bid, a federal judge has ruled that the Texas has not lived up to a 1996 Order to make sure that qualified citizens, largely children, are given proper access to health care.

From Sunday, September 10, 2000

Chinese Troops in Africa (World News)
A British press report claims there are 700,000 Chinese troops in Sudan. While this notion sounds preposterous on the surface, there may be a dangerous grain of truth to the story. World News Guide Keith Porter reports.

Crisis in Newspaper Ethics (US Newspapers)
Digital doctoring is damaging our photos, and our credibility, as a recent case at the New York Daily News shows. Newspapers need to say no to use of misleading photo illustrations. A new feature from Jack Downs, About guide to US Newspapers.

Judge Bans Prosecution of Doctors Who Prescribe Marijuana (US Government)
A California federal judge has issued an injunction barring the federal government from investigating or prosecuting doctors who recommend or prescribe marijuana for valid medicinal purposes. US Government Guide Robert Longley reports.

From Saturday, September 9, 2000

Women Who Change Their Minds After the Abortion (Pro-Life)
Abortion advocates ensure us that women only have abortions they 'need.' How, then, can they explain why women change their minds after a failed abortion attempt? From Pro Life Guide Christina Dunigan.

Drawing the Lines on Free Speech? (Gay/Lesbian Issues)
Rapper Eminem has some pretty raunch and vile things to say about gays and lesbians. Should MTV have shunned him? GLAAD says "Yes."

AFA Targets Schools (Gay/Lesbian Issues)
The AFA tries to spread its lies to the youth of America via a video entitled "It's Not Gay."

The Price of Hate? (US News)
Issuing a multimillion dollar verdict that some hope will put a powerful white supremacist group out of business, an Idaho jury has found leaders of the Aryan Nations liable in an attack on a mother and son who were beaten by guards at its compound.

New Email Scam - Free Grants Service (US Government)
An e-mail ad promising to check your qualifications for "FREE Grant Money" in return for a fee is not only deceptive, it seeks you credit card or bank account information over non-secured Web sites. What to watch for and how to protect yourself. From US Government Guide Robert Longley.

From Friday, September 8, 2000

Philip Casale Denied Bail (Organized Crime)
Mob turncoat and convicted child molester Philip Casale was denied bail during his recent two-minute hearing. According to federal prosecutors, "his proactive cooperation has been concluded," and U.S. District Jude Dickinson Debevoise ruled that the gravity of Casale's crimes bars bail.

MP3.com Socked With Copyright Violation Damages (Law)
A federal trial judge in New York rules against MP3.com, an online music sharing site sued by a music distributor, and will impose millions of dollars in damages. Law Guide Paul Reed asks whether a heavy damage award is necessary to send a message to the Web community about copyrights.

From Thursday, September 7, 2000

Supreme Court to Test ADA (US Government)
The Supreme Court is set to hear a case questioning the constitutionality of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The decision could have a profound impact on the civil rights of disabled individuals. Read about criticism and defense of the ADA. From US Goverment Guide Robert Longley.

From Wednesday, September 6, 2000

Does Saddam Hussein Have Cancer? (World News)
Even if Saddam Hussein wanted to come to the Millennium Assembly he may not have been able to do so. Speculation dating back to 1996 says the strong man of Iraq has lymph cancer. New reports say his condition is so bad that he is transferring power to his son Qusay. About's World News Guide, Keith Porter, has details.

The feds finger 'problem' kids (Civil Liberties)
The FBI added fuel to the school violence panic with a report about identifying schoolyard shooters of the future. But don't worry, they say, it won't be used to tag your kid. From J.D. Tuccille, your Civil Liberties Guide.

From Tuesday, September 5, 2000

Short take: Feloniously fat? (Civil Liberties)
If your kids put on love handles, should the cops seize them from you and put the babes on short rations and a work-out regimen? That's the question confronting Anamarie Martinez-Regino's parents. From J.D. Tuccille, your Civil Liberties Guide.

Bringing Pinochet to Justice (Human Rights)
Retired Gen. Augusto Pinochet is currently under investigation in Chile, Argentina, France, Spain, Belgium, and the US. Stacie Jonas, Coordinator of the Bring Pinochet to Justice Campaign, answers a few questions about recent events surrounding the general.

Equal Time for Al (Conspiracies)
The shadows of extremism are not the sole province of the Bush campaign. Al Gore makes no apologies for the environmentalist zealots he has brought into government service even though their policies threaten jobs, health and the national economy.

Congress Fit to be 'Tired' (US Government)
"What did Firestone and Ford know, and when did they know it?" With the budget, gun control, tax cuts and free trade with China still on their agenda, now Congress has to investigate the Firestone/Ford tire recalls. From US Government Guide Robert Longley.

Santino Explains It All - Part 2 (Organized Crime)
In Part 2 of "Santino Explains It All," our resident wiseguy is back with a guide to management of affairs of the heart, goodfella style.

From Monday, September 4, 2000

Arrested Development (US News)
Saying that he did not have enough confidence in the technical and operational effectiveness of the National Missile Defense system, President Clinton has announced that he will leave it up to his successor to make a final decision on its deployment.

From Saturday, September 2, 2000

Back Alley Butchers vs Main Street Maimers (Pro-life)
Anybody who thinks legal abortion is necessarily better than what pre-Roe abortionists offered hasn't looked very closely. Quackery and filth flourish in the post-Roe era. From Pro Life Guide Christina Dunigan.

Standards May Close Kansas Clinic (Pro-life)
Lawrence, Kansas abortionist Kristin Neuhaus may have to close her abortuary because she is unable to comply with national standards regarding general sedation. From Pro Life Guide Christina Dunigan.

Spy Tactics, Kansas, INS Official to be Ousted? (Immigration)
INS Considering Spy Tactics to Track Immigrants - Immigrants Flock to Kansas - Senators Push for Oust of INS Official Get these stories and many more (+ hourly updates) in our daily headlines.

INS Supports Reinstating 245-I (Immigration)
Many immigrants wait with bated breath for what would be a dream come true.

From Friday, September 1, 2000

Labor Day 2000 (US Government)
Labor Secretary Alexis M. Herman tells America we are living in a "Tiger Woods" economy, which saw 22 million new jobs created over the last 8 years. Read Secretary Herman’s entire Labor Day address and learn the history of the day. US Government Guide Robert Longley reports.

Global Skinny (Organized Crime)
Get connected with the Global Skinny, a monthly roundup of the latest headlines in global organized crime. In the August 2000 issue your Guide brings you organized crime news briefs from Bulgaria, Ireland, Italy, Japan,, Romania, Spain and Turkey.

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More News & Features
Current stories from the headlines and behind the headlines. 

In Congress Today
The daily schedules of House and Senate, major legislation, votes and more.

US Government Job Openings
Links to vacancy announcements at dozens of agencies and military branches.

Huge Index of Government Web Sites
One of the largest lists of agencies, bureaus and offices on the Web.

E-Government! Online Government Services
From adopting wild horses to buying T-bills and bonds, the US Government is working to make more an more of its services available to Internet users. Try out E-Government now.

Supreme Court Report
Find out about recent decisions and major cases now being considered by the Supreme Court. Includes links to texts of Court decisions and analysis by many of your About.com Guides and other major media sources.

How to... 
...do lots of things involving the U.S. Government.

Latest News and Features
The latest news and features on US Government Info/Resources.

Politics? You want Politics?
Guide John Aravosis is and insider who'll deliver all the politics you can handle.

Military Questions?
Guide Rod Powers probably has the answers.

Immigration Headlines
Keep up with the latest news about U.S. immigration laws and events with Guides Jennifer and Peter Wipf.

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