Don’t Use the Shooting in Charleston to Restrict Free Speech

Dylann Roof committed a heinous act in Charleston last week when he shot up an historic African-American church and killed nine people therein, presumably based on a racist ideology.  When condemning Roof’s action, it is important to remember that Roof’s ideology itself did not commit the act.  Rather, Roof himself acted with a depraved. murderous mind that even the most vile racists do not share.  It is not wise or fair to use this act to silence those with what some perceive as similar views.  Specifically, this act does not provide a compelling justification for banning or desecrating symbols of tradition and pride, such as the Confederate battle flag.

Donald Trump’s 2016 Announcement Address One of the Best

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Potential 2016 presidential candidates take heed.  Donald Trump has delivered one of the best presidential announcement speeches in a long time.