As I delve into the recent news surrounding the High Court in India ruling that viewing and downloading child pornography is not a crime, my initial reaction is one of shock and disbelief. How could something so heinous not be considered illegal? However, upon further contemplation, I realize that the fault lies not with the court but with the legislature. The existing laws only criminalize the creation of such material, leaving a dangerous gap that allows individuals who view and download it to escape punishment.
The role of the court is to interpret the laws as they are written, not to create new ones.… Continue reading
It is truly mind-boggling how Donald Trump continues to evade consequences for his actions, using shady tactics and loopholes to delay the inevitable. The recent $175 million bond fiasco is a perfect example of how he manipulates the system to his advantage, with little regard for the law or ethics. The fact that the insurance company behind the bond is unlicensed and has not been properly vetted should raise red flags for anyone involved in this case.
What is even more concerning is the fine print of the legal document that shifts the burden of payment back to Trump himself, essentially rendering the insurance guarantee pointless.… Continue reading
I have always been a firm believer in finding ways to save money and exploit loopholes when given the chance. I mean, who wouldn’t jump at the opportunity to get free gas for months on end? But as I read about the woman who double-swiped her rewards card and ended up with over $28,000 worth of free gas, I realized that there is a fine line between taking advantage of a situation and outright theft.
At first, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of admiration for this woman’s audaciousness. She saw a glitch in the system and decided to exploit it to her advantage.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker