Monthly Archives: July 2012

Court and Voters Reject Challenge to Springfield Indoor Clean Air Act

When the voters approved the Springfield Indoor Clean Air Ordinance in April of 2011 – prohibiting indoor smoking in businesses – the opponents promised a legal challenge and a political challenge by going back to the voters with an initiative … Continue reading

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Stolen Valor Act and Congressional Medal of Honor

The Congressional Medal of Honor is the highest award for valor in action against an enemy force which can be bestowed upon an individual serving in the Armed Services of the United States. Generally it is presented to its recipient by … Continue reading

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