Author Archives: Mike Bock

By Approving Torture And Assassination, Obama Has Lost The Votes Of Many Civil Libertarians — Says Turley

Posted on October 10, 2011 by Mike Bock

Jonathan Turley, writing in an op-ed in the LA Times, says that President Obama has advanced policies that have proved a “disaster for civil liberties.” Writes Turley, “Obama reportedly promised Bush officials in private that no one would be investigated … Continue reading →

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Dayton League Of Women Voters Dumps DDN — Refuses To Compromise Non-Partisan Principles

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Mike Bock

The Dayton League of Women Voters has ended a 40 year relationship with The Dayton Daily News. Jo Columbro, President of the Dayton League, in a press release says this year the League will not distribute the Voters’ Guide in … Continue reading →

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Report Warns Neglecting Civic Education Harms Our Democracy : “All Of Us Must Learn To Become Americans”

Posted on October 5, 2011 by Mike Bock

A 56 page report published in September, “Guardian Of Democracy,” decries the deplorable state of civic education in America and gives recommendations as to what schools should be doing to better prepare and empower students to be effective citizens. The … Continue reading →