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Mexico: New President, New Drug Violence Plan
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Wednesday, January 16, 2013
It's All Politics
The Decades-Old Gun Ban That's Still On The Books
January 16, 2013 In 1986, Congress passed a ban on buying and selling machine guns made from then on — with the blessing of none other than the National Rifle Association. Gun law experts say the law was more significant than it seemed at the time.
U.S.
Some States Put Brakes On Driver's Licenses For Illegal Immigrants
January 16, 2013 WSHUMany young illegal immigrants can now drive without the fear of being pulled over. Under President Obama's deferred action program, many have begun receiving their driver's licenses. But not every state is on board with allowing these young people behind the wheel.
Tuesday, January 15, 2013
It's All Politics
Don't Be Fooled By New York; Gun Control Faces Long Odds In States, Too
January 15, 2013 If you didn't know any better, you might think that even if new gun control proposals from President Obama become stalled in Washington's gridlock, the states will rush in to fill the void. A few states might, but don't expect a national trend.
Around the Nation
Porn Industry Turned Off By L.A. Mandate For Condoms On Set
January 15, 2013 Lawyers for the adult entertainment industry are challenging a new rule requiring the use of condoms while filming sex scenes in Los Angeles County. Proponents say the rule protects adult film actors, but some actors and producers say films made with condoms don't sell.
Did Prosecutors Go Too Far In Swartz Case?
January 15, 2013 Criticism is raining down on prosecutors in Massachusetts after the suicide of computer genius Aaron Swartz. His family says Swartz, who was facing trial on wire and computer fraud charges, was the victim of Justice Department overreach. But legal experts say the case is more complicated than that.
Supreme Court: Floating Home Still A Man's Castle
January 15, 2013 The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that a Florida man's floating home was a house, not a boat, and that therefore, the city marina where he kept it docked could not seize the structure under federal maritime law. The case could affect thousands of houseboat owners nationwide.
The Two-Way
Justice Clarence Thomas Speaks, Many Listen; But What Was He Saying?
January 15, 2013 Did he make a joke about Yale? Was it a sign he's still bitter or growing more comfortable with the fact he went to law school there? And what prompted him to speak into his microphone on the court's bench for the first time in nearly seven years? Court watchers have many theories about four words.
