By Ndesanjo Macha

The zambian National Constitution Conference is consulting the public on the Draft Constitution 2010. Zambian Economist blog has a special page of public comments on the document.

Is WikiLeaks bringing truth to the world or endangering lives in the military and in Afghanistan? One thing is certain, the military better step up their security because it looks like WikiLeaks is on the attack.

Contributor: Julia Bodeeb
Published: Jul 31, 2010

In 2010, it's all up for grabs for the Democratic Party. But I advise that you hold your tears (whether they be tears of joy or agony) for just a moment.

Contributor: Tonja Carthern
Published: Jul 31, 2010

A country that is too afraid to enforce its own laws to avoid being labeled racist is weak, irrational, & slowly loses its legitimacy domestically & abroad.

Contributor: Jane Calderon
Published: Jul 31, 2010

What happens when those in power act, primarily, to *preserve* that power and the infrastructure that conceives it? It is disingenuous to tout the importance of respecting "the system" when you are *of* it.

Contributor: Stanley W. Shura
Published: Jul 31, 2010

Many words have been twisted and basically stripped of all original, intended meanings. One word that comes to mind is Socialism. The word Socialism has been mixed and watered down so much that many people do not really know of it's real meaning.

Contributor: Alec Elofson
Published: Jul 31, 2010

Chelsea Clinton wedding guests are arriving to the stunning Rhinebeck, NY, Delamater Inn to witness what may be the wedding of the year! Stars like Ted Danson and Barbra Streisand are rumored to be attending...

Contributor: Jennifer Waite
Published: Jul 31, 2010

Muslim advocacy group wants to silence non-Muslims. CAIR pressures organizer and Tea Party group to cancel Gulf Coast U.S. Constitution Rally keynote speaker, Brigitte Gabriel.

Contributor: Gina Covell Maddox
Published: Jul 31, 2010

With the November elections coming up as a referendum on Obama his policies are not popular with voters. People are rightfully angry at the totalitarian nature of the Barack Obama, Nancy Pelosi, and Harry Reid agenda.

Contributor: Jay Braun
Published: Jul 31, 2010

Iran, as it sees its oil imports choked off, is feeling the pinch. This week Ahmadinejad made what in the minds of those unfamiliar of Iran's history in the Middle East seemed a bizarre announcement.

Contributor: Grant O'Neill
Published: Jul 31, 2010

Representative Anthony Weiner was outraged when Republican blocked bi-partisan sponsored 9-11 first responder and worker health benefits. His anger is nothing compared to that of the Tea Party and of the real lunatic fringe.

Contributor: Chrisopher Berenger
Published: Jul 31, 2010

The States' are not purely beholding to the Federal Government concerning Illegal Immigrants, as Article I, Section 10 of the U.S. Constitution indicates.

Contributor: Ronald L. VanTilburg
Published: Jul 31, 2010

My Response to CNN's Rick Sanchez Interview with Rep. Rick Murphy regarding illegal immigration.

Contributor: David Hudson
Published: Jul 31, 2010

They certainly have had their ups and downs, and rumor has it that Bristol Palin and Levi Johnston have called off their engagement.

Contributor: Zack Mandell
Published: Jul 31, 2010

Learn some of the reasons for which Christians, including minority Christians chose not to vote for Obama.

Contributor: Ana Kirk
Published: Jul 31, 2010

New fighting in North Kivu forces 90,000 residents out of their homes. Meanwhile, the U.S. passes new legislation to counter illegal mineral extraction funding the fighting.

Contributor: Chrisopher Berenger
Published: Jul 31, 2010

After days of hype, rumors, and reports on the guest lists and cost, Chelsea Clinton is set for her wedding tonight. The former First Daughter will marry Marc Mezvinsky at a private estate in New York, in front of the former First Family and many others.

Contributor: Robert Dougherty
Published: Jul 31, 2010

The Portland Police Department Reported It Was Dropping Sex Assault Charges Against Al Gore After Interviewing the Former Vice President

Contributor: JON C. HOPWOOD
Published: Jul 31, 2010

 Srinagar July 31(Scoop News) --The Chief Minister Omar Abdullah appealed to all sections of the society to extend their wholehearted cooperation in restoration of peace and normalcy in the Valley. He reiterated the commitment of his Government to restore law and order and normalcy and fight the forces of disruption.

            While addressing a Group of Ministers here today,Omar said that anti social elements who indulge in the damage of public property will be dealt with firmly, adding that nobody would be allowed to vitiate atmosphere in any part of the State.

The Chief Minister said that all necessary measures will be taken to safeguard life and property of its citizens. He said under no circumstances the common man will be allowed to suffer because he and his government is committed to the welfare of the common man and shall not allow anyone to disturb his normal life.      

            The Chief Minister constituted three ministerial teams one each for Baramulla, Anantnag and Pulwama districts. These teams will remain stationed in the district headquarters and work for speedy restoration of peace and normalcy. They will also monitor the day to day situation personally and initiate measures for return of tranquilly in these areas.

            The Ministers will also interface with the public and reach out to the civil society to bring order and peace. It was also decided in the meeting that while the security forces have been advised to exercise maximum restraint but those who take law into their hands should be dealt with sternly.

            The Baramulla team will comprise Minister for PHE and Irrigation,  Taj Mohi-ud-Din, Minister for Agriculture,  Ghulam Hassan Mir and Minister of State for R&B,  Javid Ahmed Dar. For Anantnag district the team comprise Minister for Education, Peerzada Mohammad Sayeed, Minister for Social Welfare, Ms Sakina Itoo and Minister for Animal Husbandary, Aga Sayed Ruhullah. Similarly, the Pulwama team will comprise Minister for Finance,  Abdul Rahim Rather, Minister for Rural Development,  Ali Mohammad Sagar and Minister of State for Tourism,   Nasir Aslam Wani.

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Should Ms. Sherrod also go after the USDA, in my opinion yes she should

Contributor: Ronnie Manns
Published: Jul 31, 2010