Posts Tagged ‘Judicial System’
Judge’s ruling sets the stage for court mandated tax increases to fund education
In a ruling handed down Friday, Denver District Judge Sheila Rappaport determined that the state of Colorado was in violation of its own constitution and not adequately funding education. After dismissing crucial evidence that clearly shows increased funding does not equal increased outcomes, Rappaport issued a ruling that muddies the separation of powers and could [...]
Activist judges overturn Stolen Valor Act; Call it a violation of free speech
Wannabe veterans now have free reign to lie and claim military service and awards that they did not perform or receive thanks to two recent rulings by activist judges. Two cases, one in Colorado and one in California, were the first to challenge the Stolen Valor Act, a 2006 law meant to protect the honor [...]