The Death Penalty for a Hate-Crime? 'The Matthew Shepard Act, as part of the 2010 Department of Defense Authorization Bill that it is attached to, has now officially cleared the Senate and is making its way toward President Obama's desk but first must make a stop at a conference committee to reconcile the differences between the House and Senate versions of the legislation before final votes in September, but it does so after having had four amendments made to it, one of which adds a death penalty provision.' UK: All Parents to Sign 'Behaviour Contracts' 'Pupils and their families will be required to agree to the deal - setting out minimum standards of behaviour and attendance - before the start of term. Contracts, known as Home School Agreements, will also establish parents' responsibilities for the first time. They face court action and possible fines of up to £1,000 for repeatedly breaking rules.'
Friday, 24 July 2009
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