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Obama’s inauguration makes history for race relations
1 Comment Published by clay January 18th, 2009 in State and Local Politics.Obama’s inauguration makes history for race relations“Outgoing President George W. Bush was quick to make the point in his farewell address, saying that Obama’s story — his black father was from Kenya, his white mother from Kansas — represents “the enduring promise of our land.” I am glad to see the optimism (and what an event).
inauguration celebrations ramp up, a lot of people are asking: “How much will this shindig cost?”
0 Comments Published by clay January 18th, 2009 in State and Local Politics, U.S. Politics.Inauguration celebration cost I look at issues like this and wonder why we don’t reduce costs where we can, particularly during economic slumps (this is bad as I have seen it in my lifetime, 3 of my neighbors have moved out recently). George Bush $ 42.3 Million (2005)Bill Clinton $33 Million (1993) And now over $150 million? [...]
14th Amendment – no need for hate crimes legislation
45 Comments Published by clay January 11th, 2009 in State and Local Politics, U.S. Politics.Hate Crime Legislation Do you agree with the christian attorney’s interpretation of the hate crime legislation and the 14th Amendment? Why or why not? Please remember to show evidence you read the article in your response.

