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July 14, 2020 at 3:12 PM

America, You’ve Been Blacklisted: McCarthyism Refashioned for a New Age | By John W. Whitehead

America, You’ve Been Blacklisted: McCarthyism Refashioned for a New Age | By John W. Whitehead This is how fascism, which silences all dissenting views, prevails ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version • Short Ve…

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July 14, 2020 at 12:56 AM

Help us celebrate John W. Whitehead's birthday

Help us celebrate John W. Whitehead's birthday What do you get for the man who has dedicated so much of his life to the cause of freedom? Help us wish John W. Whitehead a Happy Birthday! We need more freedom fighters like this man It's …

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July 11, 2020 at 1:08 PM

JULY 2020 PODCASTS: Madness and Mayhem (Uncivil Protests, Sanitized History, Engineered Race Wars, Government-Sanctioned Violence & COVID Lockdowns)

JULY 2020 PODCASTS: Madness and Mayhem (Uncivil Protests, Sanitized History, Engineered Race Wars, Government-Sanctioned Violence & COVID Lockdowns) Freedom Under Fire explores some of the greatest threats facing our nation. View this email in your browser …

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July 8, 2020 at 9:30 PM

Religious Freedom Victory: U.S. Supreme Court Prohibits Government From Meddling in Employment Decisions at Religious Schools

Religious Freedom Victory: U.S. Supreme Court Prohibits Government From Meddling in Employment Decisions at Religious Schools The 'wall of separation between Church and State' was intended to protect the church from government interference. View this email in your…

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July 7, 2020 at 8:06 PM

Tyranny Without a Tyrant: The Deep State’s Divide-and-Conquer Strategy Is Working | By John W. Whitehead

Tyranny Without a Tyrant: The Deep State’s Divide-and-Conquer Strategy Is Working | By John W. Whitehead We are walking a dangerous path right now. ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version • Short Version …

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July 1, 2020 at 1:24 PM

Victory: U.S. Supreme Court Overturns Discriminatory Law Preventing Students From Using Scholarships to Attend Religious Private Schools

Victory: U.S. Supreme Court Overturns Discriminatory Law Preventing Students From Using Scholarships to Attend Religious Private Schools The First Amendment requires neutrality when it comes to religion View this email in your browser …

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June 29, 2020 at 4:44 PM

America’s Founders Would Be Anti-Government Extremists Today | By John W. Whitehead

America’s Founders Would Be Anti-Government Extremists Today | By John W. Whitehead “It is the duty of the patriot to protect his country from its government.”—Thomas Paine ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version…

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June 24, 2020 at 12:58 PM

The Summer of Hate Meets the Age of Intolerance | By John W. Whitehead

The Summer of Hate Meets the Age of Intolerance | By John W. Whitehead Censoring speech—toppling monuments—kowtowing to political correctness—is not the answer to what ails this nation. ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org.…

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June 22, 2020 at 4:51 PM

Attempts by Tech Giants to Censor Unpopular Viewpoints Online Run Afoul of First Amendment, Warns Rutherford Institute

Attempts by Tech Giants to Censor Unpopular Viewpoints Online Run Afoul of First Amendment, Warns Rutherford Institute What we are witnessing is the modern-day equivalent of book burning View this email in your browser …

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June 22, 2020 at 1:39 AM

For all the parents working to preserve freedom for their kids, thank you.

For all the parents working to preserve freedom for their kids, thank you. My dad started me on this journey Donate online at www.rutherford.org Dear Friend, Fathers who set an example for their kids to grow b…

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June 16, 2020 at 9:23 PM

The System Is Rigged: Qualified Immunity Is How the Police State Stays in Power | By John W. Whitehead

The System Is Rigged: Qualified Immunity Is How the Police State Stays in Power | By John W. Whitehead The U.S. Supreme Court has exchanged its role as a gatekeeper of justice for its new role as maintainer of the status quo. ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is…

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June 15, 2020 at 10:53 PM

No Consequences for Police Who Destroy Home, Mistakenly Shoot 10-Year-Old Boy, or Sic Police Dog on Suspect Already Under Arrest

No Consequences for Police Who Destroy Home, Mistakenly Shoot 10-Year-Old Boy, or Sic Police Dog on Suspect Already Under Arrest Qualified immunity ensures that abusive agents of the government almost always win and the victims of government abuse almost always lose.  …

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June 11, 2020 at 8:11 PM

In Violation of Church-State Prohibitions, Trump Admin. Invades, Seizes and Occupies Church Property

In Violation of Church-State Prohibitions, Trump Admin. Invades, Seizes and Occupies Church Property Such unlawful acts of aggression should not be tolerated View this email in your browser   For Immediate Rel…

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June 9, 2020 at 5:51 PM

Engineering a Race War: Will This Be the American Police State’s Reichstag Fire? | By John W. Whitehead

Engineering a Race War: Will This Be the American Police State’s Reichstag Fire? | By John W. Whitehead This is the oldest con game in the books. ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version • Short Version Vi…

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June 4, 2020 at 2:53 PM

In a Major Victory for the Right of Churches to Be Free of Government Meddling, Delaware Rescinds COVID-19 Restrictions on Worship Services

In a Major Victory for the Right of Churches to Be Free of Government Meddling, Delaware Rescinds COVID-19 Restrictions on Worship Services The government shouldn’t be in the business of micromanaging churches.  View this email in your browser …

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June 2, 2020 at 8:13 PM

Police Use License Plate Readers As Warrantless Mass Surveillance Tool to Track Drivers’ Movements

Police Use License Plate Readers As Warrantless Mass Surveillance Tool to Track Drivers’ Movements The government has erected the ultimate suspect society. In such an environment, there is no such thing as "innocent until proven guilty.” View this email in your br…

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June 1, 2020 at 8:22 PM

This Is Not a Revolution. It’s a Blueprint for Locking Down the Nation | By John W. Whitehead

This Is Not a Revolution. It’s a Blueprint for Locking Down the Nation | By John W. Whitehead What is unfolding before us is not a revolution. The looting, the burning, the rioting, the violence: this is an anti-revolution.  ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is …

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May 31, 2020 at 9:44 PM

Freedom Watch • Police Brutality, Lockdowns, Lootings and Martial Law

Freedom Watch • Police Brutality, Lockdowns, Lootings and Martial Law Police are specialists in violence.—Kristian Williams  Your tax-deductible donations support The Rutherford Institute's ongoing efforts to make the government play by the rules of the Constitution.  …

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May 26, 2020 at 9:01 PM

From 9/11 to COVID-19, It’s Been a Perpetual State of Emergency | By John W. Whitehead

From 9/11 to COVID-19, It’s Been a Perpetual State of Emergency | By John W. Whitehead Tyrants fall when the people withdraw their support. ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version • Short Version View thi…

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May 21, 2020 at 6:40 PM

Victory: New York State Gives Green Light for Churches to Hold Drive-In Worship Services

Victory: New York State Gives Green Light for Churches to Hold Drive-In Worship Services A victory for common sense and the rights of churches View this email in your browser   For Immediate Release: May 21, 2…

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May 20, 2020 at 7:59 PM

The Slippery Slope to Despotism: Paved with Lockdowns, Raids and Forced Vaccinations | By John W. Whitehead

The Slippery Slope to Despotism: Paved with Lockdowns, Raids and Forced Vaccinations | By John W. Whitehead You have no rights according to the government. ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version • Short Version …

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May 19, 2020 at 8:54 PM

Delaware Sued for Overstepping First Amendment Restrictions, Meddling in Church Affairs and Violating Religious Freedom

Delaware Sued for Overstepping First Amendment Restrictions, Meddling in Church Affairs and Violating Religious Freedom The government shouldn’t be in the business of micromanaging churches. View this email in your browser …

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May 15, 2020 at 3:25 PM

Police Threaten Church With $1000 Fines for Holding Drive-In Worship Services

Police Threaten Church With $1000 Fines for Holding Drive-In Worship Services Rutherford Institute Warns of First Amendment Lawsuit  View this email in your browser   For Immediate Release: May 15, 2020   Ruth…

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May 14, 2020 at 9:03 PM

Civil Liberties in a Time of COVID-19: Podcast Series (Freedom Under Fire • May 2020)

Civil Liberties in a Time of COVID-19: Podcast Series (Freedom Under Fire • May 2020) Exploring the ways in which COVID-19 restrictions are testing the limits of the nation's commitment to freedom.  View this email in your browser Civil Liberties During…

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May 12, 2020 at 9:31 PM

Contact Tracing, Immunity Cards and Mass Testing | By John W. Whitehead

Contact Tracing, Immunity Cards and Mass Testing | By John W. Whitehead Nothing is ever as simple as the government claims it is. ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version • Short Version View this email in…

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May 9, 2020 at 8:22 PM

Freedom Watch • New Bill Could Let President Imprison Americans Forever; States Explore House Arrest Technology to Enforce Quarantines; and More

Freedom Watch • New Bill Could Let President Imprison Americans Forever; States Explore House Arrest Technology to Enforce Quarantines; and More The government never cedes power willingly.Neither should we.  Your tax-deductible donations support The Rutherford Institute's…

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May 7, 2020 at 9:09 PM

Supreme Court Paves the Way for Government to Punish Speech That Encourages Resistance to Tyranny

Supreme Court Paves the Way for Government to Punish Speech That Encourages Resistance to Tyranny The Constitution is not neutral. It was designed to take the government off the backs of the people View this email in your browser …

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May 5, 2020 at 2:05 PM

CORRECTION: Technofascism: Digital Book Burning in a Totalitarian Age | By John W. Whitehead (HTML error fixed)

CORRECTION: Technofascism: Digital Book Burning in a Totalitarian Age | By John W. Whitehead (HTML error fixed) It’s a slippery slope from censoring so-called illegitimate ideas to silencing truth.   ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.r…

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May 5, 2020 at 1:43 PM

Technofascism: Digital Book Burning in a Totalitarian Age | By John W. Whitehead

Technofascism: Digital Book Burning in a Totalitarian Age | By John W. Whitehead It’s a slippery slope from censoring so-called illegitimate ideas to silencing truth.   ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version • S…

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April 28, 2020 at 8:43 PM

Your Freedoms Don’t Have to Be Muzzled Just Because You’re Wearing a Mask | By John W. Whitehead

Your Freedoms Don’t Have to Be Muzzled Just Because You’re Wearing a Mask | By John W. Whitehead All over the country, government officials are using COVID-19 restrictions to muzzle protesters. ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherf…

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April 27, 2020 at 10:46 PM

Freedom Watch • Police ‘Pandemic Drone’ to Monitor Social Distancing; Antibody Testing at Local Grocery Stores; COVID-19 Checkpoints; and More

Freedom Watch • Police ‘Pandemic Drone’ to Monitor Social Distancing; Antibody Testing at Local Grocery Stores; COVID-19 Checkpoints; and More Whatever we give up willingly now, we won’t get back so easily once this crisis is past.   Your tax-deductible donations support …

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April 24, 2020 at 7:19 PM

Maryland Officials ‘Weaponize’ COVID-19 Restrictions to Suppress First Amendment Rights of Protesters

Maryland Officials ‘Weaponize’ COVID-19 Restrictions to Suppress First Amendment Rights of Protesters In no way should this health crisis be used as a justification for suspending the First Amendment. View this email in your browser …

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April 21, 2020 at 8:40 PM

The U.S. Government’s Secret History of Grisly Experiments | By John W. Whitehead

The U.S. Government’s Secret History of Grisly Experiments | By John W. Whitehead The U.S. government has meted out untold horrors against humans and animals alike.  ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version • Shor…

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April 20, 2020 at 7:04 PM

Victory: U.S. Supreme Court Holds States Accountable to Abiding by Sixth Amendment Standard of a Unanimous Jury Verdict in Criminal Cases

Victory: U.S. Supreme Court Holds States Accountable to Abiding by Sixth Amendment Standard of a Unanimous Jury Verdict in Criminal Cases Justice should not be contingent on where one lives. View this email in your browser …

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April 17, 2020 at 1:40 PM

Appeals Court Chills First Amendment Activity by Allowing Cops to Retaliate Against Nonviolent Protesters

Appeals Court Chills First Amendment Activity by Allowing Cops to Retaliate Against Nonviolent Protesters This is another Machiavellian attempt by the government to prevent Americans from exercising their right to peacefully speak truth to power. View this email i…

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April 14, 2020 at 12:18 PM

COVID-19 and the War on Cash: What Is Behind the Push for a Cashless Society? | By John W. Whitehead

COVID-19 and the War on Cash: What Is Behind the Push for a Cashless Society? | By John W. Whitehead Cash may well become a casualty of the COVID-19 pandemic.  ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version • Short Vers…

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April 13, 2020 at 10:11 PM

Freedom Watch • Immunity Passports, Big Data, and Mob Rule

Freedom Watch • Immunity Passports, Big Data, and Mob Rule At a minimum, this is a time for heightened vigilance.  Your tax-deductible donations support The Rutherford Institute's ongoing efforts to make the government play by the rules of the Constitution.  …

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April 9, 2020 at 9:14 PM

The Right to Religious Freedom During COVID-19

The Right to Religious Freedom During COVID-19 At a minimum, this is a time for heightened vigilance. View this email in your browser   For Immediate Release: April 9, 2020   Statement on the Right to Religiou…

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April 7, 2020 at 7:01 PM

U.S. Supreme Court Upholds Blank Check Policing, Allows Cops to Stop Cars Registered to Unlicensed Owners, Whether or Not Owners Are Driving

U.S. Supreme Court Upholds Blank Check Policing, Allows Cops to Stop Cars Registered to Unlicensed Owners, Whether or Not Owners Are Driving This ruling will pave the way for further abuses of law enforcement’s “blank check policing” privileges. View this email in…

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April 6, 2020 at 8:21 PM

COVID-19’s Challenge to the Christian Church: What Would Jesus Do? | By John W. Whitehead

COVID-19’s Challenge to the Christian Church: What Would Jesus Do? | By John W. Whitehead In every age, we find ourselves wrestling with the question of how Jesus Christ would respond to the moral questions of our day. ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is availa…

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April 3, 2020 at 9:19 PM

Tenn. Supreme Court Allows Police to Carry Out Warrantless, Suspicionless Searches of Probationers’ Homes, Undermining Fourth Amendment

Tenn. Supreme Court Allows Police to Carry Out Warrantless, Suspicionless Searches of Probationers’ Homes, Undermining Fourth Amendment The government may not rifle through a home without cause.  View this email in your browser …

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April 1, 2020 at 1:04 PM

Draconian Lockdown Powers: It’s a Slippery Slope from Handwashing to House Arrest | By John W. Whitehead

Draconian Lockdown Powers: It’s a Slippery Slope from Handwashing to House Arrest | By John W. Whitehead Whatever we give up willingly now, we won’t get back so easily once this crisis is past.  ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.ruther…

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March 29, 2020 at 8:05 PM

Freedom Watch • What Good Are Rights If They Are Violated When Americans Get Sick?; Military Enforces Lockdowns, Quarantines, Curfews; More

Freedom Watch • What Good Are Rights If They Are Violated When Americans Get Sick?; Military Enforces Lockdowns, Quarantines, Curfews; More Unless we find some way to rein in the government’s power grabs, the fall-out will be epic.    Your tax-deductible donations support…

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March 24, 2020 at 8:13 PM

Suspending the Constitution: Police State Uses Crises to Expand Its Lockdown Powers | By John W. Whitehead

Suspending the Constitution: Police State Uses Crises to Expand Its Lockdown Powers | By John W. Whitehead You can always count on the government to take advantage of a crisis, legitimate or manufactured. ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at …

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March 23, 2020 at 7:19 PM

Freedom Watch • DOJ Wants to Suspend Parts of Constitution During a Coronavirus Outbreak; Can the Government Order a National Quarantine?; and More.

Freedom Watch • DOJ Wants to Suspend Parts of Constitution During a Coronavirus Outbreak; Can the Government Order a National Quarantine?; and More. “All the darkness in the world cannot extinguish the light of a single candle.”― St. Francis Of Assisi  Your tax-deductible…

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March 20, 2020 at 3:31 PM

If liberty can be taken away in times of crisis, then is it really liberty?

If liberty can be taken away in times of crisis, then is it really liberty? Together, we’ll get through this and we will make America free again. Donate online at www.rutherford.org Dear Friend, The governmen…

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March 18, 2020 at 6:40 PM

Rutherford Institute Challenges Court Ruling That Trouble Understanding Police Orders Constitutes Resistance, Justifies Use of Excessive Force

Rutherford Institute Challenges Court Ruling That Trouble Understanding Police Orders Constitutes Resistance, Justifies Use of Excessive Force How can you maintain the illusion of freedom when daily, Americans who comply with police are still being shot, stripped, searched, choked and beaten?…

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March 16, 2020 at 9:05 PM

Detect, Deter and Annihilate: How the Police State Will Deal with a Coronavirus Outbreak | By John W. Whitehead

Detect, Deter and Annihilate: How the Police State Will Deal with a Coronavirus Outbreak | By John W. Whitehead What do zombies have to do with the U.S. government’s plans for dealing with a coronavirus outbreak?   ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available …

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March 15, 2020 at 3:14 PM

Freedom Watch • Coronavirus Spending Bill Could Be Used to Cement Spying Authorities; Would It Be Un-American To Refuse Coronavirus Vaccination?; More

Freedom Watch • Coronavirus Spending Bill Could Be Used to Cement Spying Authorities; Would It Be Un-American To Refuse Coronavirus Vaccination?; More Can the Constitution survive the Coronavirus?  Your tax-deductible donations support The Rutherford Institute's ongoing e…

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March 10, 2020 at 5:17 PM

How Will the Constitution Fare During a Nationwide Lockdown? | By John W. Whitehead

How Will the Constitution Fare During a Nationwide Lockdown? | By John W. Whitehead The coronavirus epidemic may well be a legitimate health concern, but it’s the government’s response to it that worries me more in the long term. ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentar…

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