In 1984, Mario Cuomo pioneered the argument that one may be "personally opposed" to abortion while supporting abortion rights. Ever since, this convenient locution has become a staple for countless Democratic politicians, particularly Roman Catholic ones.

Barack Obama, once in opposition of the Kyl-Lieberman amendment, which labels Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps as terrorists, now favorsit.

Jim Webb's amendment for soldiers would be a nightmare to execute.

The words of the First Amendment are the same today as they were two months ago, or two years ago, or two decades ago, or two centuries ago.

The issue involving the religion clauses of the First Amendment stems from the decision in Engel v. Vitale (1962), prohibiting prayer, Bible reading, or a moment of silence in public schools.

We have seen the accuracy with which industrial planners pinpoint competitive fallout, and we should never forget the track record: Their aim stinks.