Should We Mourn Extreme MAGA Influencer Charlie Kirk?
Should I care about Charlie Kirk being shot and killed? It’s a controversial question to ask about the now deceased,
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Missing the Point – Who do the strict constructionists think they’re fooling?
First of all, the language of the Second Amendment clearly indicates that the entire purpose of protecting the right to bear arms was to assure that we have a “well-regulated Militia.” That statement I just made is not interpretive. It’s just plain English. That’s what the words mean, both now and, in this case, way back when the Constitution was written.
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Maryland delegate looks to expand civil immunity for teachers
The proposed bill, HB0137, aims to protect teachers who intervene in fights or other cases of student misconduct from any civil liability they may face regarding property damage or personal injury, provided they acted in good faith and without negligence. A hearing on the bill is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 25, before the House Judiciary Committee; it will also be streamed live on YouTube.
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Mass Shootings: What Has Changed?
In the last couple of weeks, I have seen photos of children in the 1950s taking marksmanship courses in school.
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When the killings break out of Baltimore City
I’m glad I live in Maryland, a state that has banned assault weapons that mass murderers seem to prefer, but
Read moreViolence at Educational Institutions: Part II
The following study, “Violence at Educational Institutions: Motives and Prevention” was conducted by Baltimore Post-Examiner contributor Brian Bissett in an
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Two high school shootings, two quite different police responses
Last Tuesday when a student armed with a handgun entered Great Hills High School in St. Mary’s County, Maryland and
Read moreParkland, FL school shooting is 18th in 2018
Think about it: this is February 14, St. Valentine’s Day, the 45th day of 2018. The school shooting at Marjory
Read moreMayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake: ‘Stop the Gun Violence!’
On the anniversary of the horrific Newtown, CT slayings, a “Call for Remembrance and Resolve,” ceremony was held on the
Read moreGun lobby needs to go back to school
I came across an article in Education Week about conservative leaders calling for the arming of teachers. As an educator,
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