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The Ancient Athenian Lesson: Law as the Guardian of Democracy in the Battle for American Politics

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Austin, Texas – As the legal battle over former President Donald Trump’s eligibility to run for office again reaches the US Supreme Court, many are expressing concern over the increasing role courts play in determining the democratic process. However, one law professor argues that the history of law itself demonstrates that it is not in conflict with democracy, but rather a crucial safeguard against tyranny. Examining the ancient democracy of Athens, the law professor highlights the connection between law and democracy as laid down by its notable lawgivers – Draco, Solon, and Cleisthenes. The democratic … Read more

Passengers Seek Justice: Proposing a Class Action Lawsuit Against American Airlines Following AAdvantage Terminations

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DALLAS, TEXAS – American Airlines is facing the possibility of a class action lawsuit after its recent terminations of AAdvantage accounts, a loyalty program that rewards frequent flyers. Passengers are proposing this legal action against the airline as they claim the terminations were unjust and without proper explanation. Many passengers who have been affected by the terminations argue that they have been loyal customers, accumulating points through years of travel with American Airlines. The sudden termination of their accounts, without warning or explanation, has left them frustrated and seeking legal recourse. The proposed class action … Read more

American Founder of Haitian Orphanage Faces Sexual Abuse Charges, Previous Grand Jury Investigation Revealed

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Denver, Colorado – An American founder of a Haitian orphanage, Michael Geilenfeld, has been charged with sexual abuse. According to court documents filed by his attorney, Geilenfeld was previously investigated by a grand jury about a decade ago but was not indicted. The attorney’s filing requested Geilenfeld’s release from custody while the current case proceeds, and the detention hearing has been delayed until Friday. The indictment against Geilenfeld was made on January 18 by a grand jury in Florida. He is accused of traveling from Miami to Haiti with the intent to engage in illicit … Read more

Bloomington Police Investigate Alleged Swindling of South American Residents in U.S. Citizenship Scam

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Bloomington, Indiana – Bloomington police are currently investigating an alleged swindling case involving two South American residents who believe they have been defrauded out of a substantial amount of money. The victims claim that a man posing as a lawyer promised to secure their U.S. citizenship in exchange for thousands of dollars. According to the Bloomington Police Department, a 39-year-old Venezuelan man and a 44-year-old woman from Colombia reported the incident on Sunday afternoon. They stated that a person known to a relative in Colombia had referred them to a man in Texas who claimed … Read more