Halloween and the Constitution : A spooky look at your rights
Today is Halloween—a night of costumes, candy, and, if you're lucky, a few harmless scares. But I couldn't help wondering: How does the Constitution intersect with the celebration of Halloween? Turns out, more than you might think. Masks, messages, and the First Amendment The most obvious connection between Halloween and the Constitution com ...
Scholar sues Arkansas for discriminatory racial quota law—and hopefully, this will be the last
On Wednesday, PLF filed its third lawsuit against the State of Arkansas for a discriminatory racial quota law: Jay Greene v. Attorney General Tim Griffin, et al. Despite recent legislative changes, Arkansas law reserves a seat on Arkansas' Ethics Commission for members of minority races only, prohibiting people like Jay Greene from serving. Atto ...
District court rules for PLF’s client, allowing challenge to Nevada’s real estate rules to proceed
Late last week, the U.S. District Court for the District of Nevada denied Nevada's motion to dismiss Pacific Legal Foundation's core claim in Eisenberg v. Sanchez. Nevada's law—which requires real estate brokers to maintain an in-state office, transact authorized business from that office, and maintain adequate records—violates the dorman ...
When the government strikes : How California sank its fangs into a snake aversion trainer
California-based entrepreneur Jake Molieri has always been sure of one thing: No matter what his future held, it would involve animals. Since he was a little boy growing up in Northern California, he had a deep love for animals, and not just your typical dogs and cats. Jacob is a fan of everything from amphibians to exotic birds—he even owns seve ...
New York Post : California bureaucrats’ venomous rules are putting dogs in danger
In May, America was gripped by a viral video in which a helicopter airlifted a poisoned US Border Patrol agent into the middle of a small California town. Colleagues carried the agent's limp body from the chopper, put him on a stretcher and rushed him into a local hospital to be treated for a potentially deadly rattlesnake bite. The twist: Th ...
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel : Wisconsin’s nurses just got more freedom — and patients win
If you've ever been stuck in a waiting room, staring at a clock and counting the ceiling tiles, you know how frustrating it can be to see a doctor. Wisconsin's healthcare system has long been grappling with this problem, and last month, the state took a bold step toward a solution. Lawmakers quietly but meaningfully expanded the scope of practic ...
Fighting for 11,000 Customers Left Behind by Tennessee’s Protectionist Law
The State of Kentucky is well known for its smooth, oaky, one-of-a-kind bourbon. But what is less known about the Bluegrass State is its rich history of hemp cultivation that predates the founding of the country. Kentucky even led the nation in hemp production throughout the 19th century, directly contributing to the creation of essential rope, twi ...
Medicare should not stop seniors from accessing physical therapy
The daughter of an 83-year-old stroke survivor thought she had found the answer. Her father, who suffered from dementia, had made remarkable progress in inpatient rehab, regaining the ability to walk and perform basic tasks. But once he was discharged, Medicare sent him to a home-health agency in a remote area where therapy was infrequent and poo ...
Making waves : California surf instructor challenges State Parks’ permit monopoly
California native Helina Beck grew up mesmerized by her big sister Holly's passion for surfing. Holly, who is ten years Helina's senior, didn't just love surfing; she excelled at it. Eight-year-old Helina watched as her sister travelled the world, garnered sponsorships and magazine features and even starred in a reality TV show. When Helina express ...