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on April 20, 2016 in World News

Lindsey Graham blocks Saudi 9/11 bill

By Julian Hattem Sen. Lindsey Graham has placed a hold on legislation that would open the door for victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks to sue Saudi Arabia. Graham (R-S.C.), who is a co-sponsor of the Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act, put the hold on his own bill over concerns that new changes could expose the U.S. to legal attacks.  Edits made last week by Sen. Jeff Sessions (R-Ala.) might expand the scope, Graham told reporters on Tuesday, potentially putting the U.S. at risk of legal retaliation because of actions by individuals or unsavory allies.“I want to… View Article

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on April 20, 2016 in World News

Former NY Senator D’Amato Told Me RNC Will Change Rules to Give Kasich a Shot

by Aaron Klein On his Fox News program last night, Shepard Smith revealed a conversation he said he had with former New York Senator Alfonse D’Amato in which D’Amato was quoted as saying that the Republican National Committee will change the rules to give Gov. John Kasich a shot at the nomination. Stated Smith: I saw Al D’Amato in the lobby today. Um, Senator Alfonse D’Amato. I saw him down there. And he said they will change the rules. He said, “Shepard, they will change the rules and it will give Kasich a shot.” Now he’s a Kasich supporter. And… View Article

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on April 19, 2016 in Gun Page World News

Professor Withholding Recommendation for Female Student Who Likes Guns

by AWR Hawkins A professor writing under a pseudonym expressed her hesitancy April 18 to write a letter of recommendation for a female student who is pro-gun. The student–Sarah–is seeking entry into a “teacher-credential program,” and although her academic abilities are “not strong,” the professor recognizes her as “a class leader” with “great energy.” But the professor does not want to write a recommendation because of Sarah’s desire for a concealed carry permit and also because of comments Sarah made about shooting a rifle at a gun range. Writing in The Chronicle of Higher Education, the professor described growing up with guns… View Article

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on April 19, 2016 in World News

Donald Trump Draws Record Breaking, Massive Crowd in Buffalo

by Alex Swoyer GOP frontrunner Donald Trump drew an estimated 20,000 people to his final campaign rally before the New York primary in Buffalo, New York, where Buffalo Bills coach Rex Ryan introduced the real estate mogul. Thank you Buffalo! #NYPrimaryhttps://t.co/Z9QphVlZftpic.twitter.com/4ujDuOvLPj — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) April 19, 2016   The Trump campaign reportedly distributed 28,000 tickets for the event. Wow! @realDonaldTrump distributed 28,000 tickets for Buffalo rally tonight! — Jim Hoft (@gatewaypundit) April 18, 2016 Supporters in the crowd estimated roughly 20,000 people inside the arena. 20,000 in Buffalo, NY “YUGE” Crowd for Trump ?Watch Live: https://t.co/p8xIQx9Mli#Buffalo#NewYork#NYPrimarypic.twitter.com/FF9PrSKwDW — Immigrants☆4☆Trump (@immigrant4trump)… View Article

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