Mar 14
Postal Service stuck in middle of budget battle
The United States Postal Service’s ability to end Saturday mail delivery has made its way into the debate over funding the federal government after March 27.
Mar 13
Honoring the only dog to be awarded the Purple Heart
On this day in 1942, the U.S. Army officially started its K-9 Corps, which featured a legendary canine war hero that was awarded the Purple Heart—amid much controversy.
Mar 12
Two tales of the Constitution, marijuana and guns
A constitutional issue stretching back 200 years has popped up in two stories about gun control and marijuana within the past week, with two different twists on the concept of nullification.
Mar 8
Why a drone can hover over your home, and you can’t stop it
Lost in the controversy over the federal government’s use of military drones is an issue that hits home: commercial drones that can videotape you in your backyard.
Mar 7
Evidence suggests Thurmond 24-hour filibuster record is debatable
During a Senate filibuster on Wednesday led by Rand Paul, there were repeated references to Strom Thurmond’s record 1957 filibuster. But some evidence suggests that Thurmond didn’t follow Senate rules for his 24-hour speech.
