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A river guide was charged with “obstructing government operations” when he dove into the water to save a child instead of waiting for a search and rescue team to arrive. When a Christian outreach group offered food to homeless people in a Fort Lauderdale park, its members were arrested because a local regulation disallowed such […]

What do funeral directors, interior designers, and African-style hair braiders all have in common? The answer may surprise you: Each of these professions requires individuals to obtain an expensive and time-consuming license before going into business. If they don’t, they may face stiff penalties and jail time. This type of excessive occupational licensing creates unnecessary […]

American citizens are admitted to local jails over 10.5 million times each year, and, at any given time, there are more than 740,000 individuals being held in these facilities. While most assume that those in jail have been convicted and found guilty of a crime, more than 65 percent of jail inmates are simply awaiting […]

New research from SHRM and Stand Together Trust found that the vast majority of American consumers support purchasing goods and services from businesses that employ people with non-violent criminal records.

The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) celebrates its 70th anniversary, and in advance of this historical commemoration, a new survey asked respondents in key NATO member states about NATO’s effectiveness and relevance in today’s world.

Given the timeless importance of protecting civil liberties, Stand Together Trust today joins the ACLU in voicing concern about a proposed National Park Service (NPS) rule that could hinder free speech and peaceful assembly around DC landmarks.

A recent poll from GET Creative, a division of USA TODAY NETWORK and marketing research firm Ipsos shows many Americans endorse the benefits of technology rather than succumbing to fear of the unknown.

In 1916, legendary silent film director D.W. Griffith produced Intolerance. The epic movie focused on four stories of persecution, from the crucifixion of Christ to the fall of ancient Babylon. The subject matter sounds noble—and the film has moments of great sensitivity, such as the portrayal of persecuted French Huguenots on the eve of the […]

Our criminal justice system should promote both accountability and redemption, which necessitates second chances for individuals with a criminal record. Today, these individuals face significant societal and legal barriers to becoming productive members of our communities. By ensuring individuals with a criminal record have the opportunity for a true second chance, we can improve public […]

Providing for national defense is among the most important functions of government. A strong military is vital for ensuring that our lives and liberties are secure, but how much is enough when it comes to military spending? Answering this question is more complicated than it might seem, which is reflected in the military spending debate. […]