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Daryl James

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YIKES

The Creepy, Unconstitutional Database of Newborn Babies’ DNA

In New Jersey, Fourth Amendment abuses start at birth.

Daryl James

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WATCHING THE WATCHERS

How One Citizen Fought Back Against a Cop’s Road Rage

A court said an off-duty police officer who pulled his gun on a motorist should be protected by “qualified immunity.” But the victim wouldn’t stand for it.

Daryl James

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FREE THE BRUSH AND BLOWDRYER

It’s Time to End the Beauty School Debt Trap

The Department of Education is closing a loophole that incentivizes unnecessary and excessive training requirements for working class professions.

Daryl James

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CONSTITUTIONAL STOP SIGN

Cops Can’t Just Make Up Reasons for Pulling People Over

Officers don’t wait for legitimate reasons to stop drivers; they stop drivers to find a reason.

Daryl James

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A GOVERNMENT RACKET

Here’s Why Legalized Pot Won’t End the War on Due Process

Law enforcement still doesn’t need a legitimate reason to destroy your life and seize your money.

Daryl James

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CAN’T HAVE IT BOTH WAYS

Cops Love Immunity—Until They’re the Ones Abused by Police

An ATF agent is suing after he was roughed up by local officers. But he’d be immune from lawsuits if the roles were reversed, thanks to qualified immunity.

Alexa L. Gervasi

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