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  The Rutherford Institute · [email protected]
November 24, 2024 at 8:07 PM

Freedom Watch • Get Ready for More Crackdowns and Surveillance

Freedom Watch • Get Ready for More Crackdowns and Surveillance All freedoms hang together.  Your tax-deductible donations support The Rutherford Institute's ongoing efforts to make the government play by the rules of the Constitution.  …
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November 22, 2024 at 8:43 PM

What if freedom’s greatest hour of danger is now?

What if freedom’s greatest hour of danger is now? Make America free again. Donate online at www.rutherford.org Dear Friend, The Constitution is neutral when it comes to politics.   What the Constitution is …
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November 21, 2024 at 7:18 PM

U.S. Supreme Court Sends Chilling Message to Gun Owners: Comply or Die

U.S. Supreme Court Sends Chilling Message to Gun Owners: Comply or Die Police shoot armed citizens who pose no threat. View this email in your browser   For Immediate Release: November 21, 2024   Supreme Court…
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November 19, 2024 at 9:18 PM

This Is How It Begins: The Deep State Wants to Terminate the Constitution | By John & Nisha Whitehead

This Is How It Begins: The Deep State Wants to Terminate the Constitution | By John & Nisha Whitehead This is what you can expect in the not-so-distant future. ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version • Sho…
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November 17, 2024 at 9:44 PM

Freedom Watch • Protect Yourself From Government Surveillance

Freedom Watch • Protect Yourself From Government Surveillance All freedoms hang together.  Your tax-deductible donations support The Rutherford Institute's ongoing efforts to make the government play by the rules of the Constitution.  …
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November 15, 2024 at 8:49 PM

TRI Challenges Efforts to Chill Political Speech Critical of Public Officials

TRI Challenges Efforts to Chill Political Speech Critical of Public Officials Our job as citizens is to speak truth to power. View this email in your browser   For Immediate Release: November 15, 2024   Ruther…
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November 12, 2024 at 9:28 PM

The Very Definition of Tyranny: A Dictatorship Disguised as Democracy | By John & Nisha Whitehead

The Very Definition of Tyranny: A Dictatorship Disguised as Democracy | By John & Nisha Whitehead Absolute power corrupts absolutely. ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version • Short Version View th…
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November 11, 2024 at 7:43 PM

The government’s war on the American people is ramping up

The government’s war on the American people is ramping up There’s every reason to worry about what comes next Donate online at www.rutherford.org Dear Friend, As one who served my country in uniform during …
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November 5, 2024 at 8:12 PM

If all you do is vote, ‘we the people’ are going to lose

If all you do is vote, ‘we the people’ are going to lose Make America free again. Donate online at www.rutherford.org Dear Friend, There is more to citizenship than the act of casting a ballot for someone w…
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November 4, 2024 at 1:46 PM

Post-Election Truths: The Things That Won’t Change (No Matter Who Wins) | By John & Nisha Whitehead

Post-Election Truths: The Things That Won’t Change (No Matter Who Wins) | By John & Nisha Whitehead The Deep State has won ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. 1000-Word Version View this email in your brows…
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October 28, 2024 at 6:43 PM

The Politics of Fear | By John & Nisha Whitehead

The Politics of Fear | By John & Nisha Whitehead Laying the Groundwork for Fascism, American-Style ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version • Short Version View this email in your browser …
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October 25, 2024 at 8:13 PM

Constitutional Q&A on the First Amendment and Your Right to Vote

Constitutional Q&A on the First Amendment and Your Right to Vote Political speech is a critical right. View this email in your browser   For Immediate Release: October 25, 2024   Constitutional Q&A on …
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October 21, 2024 at 2:49 PM

The Deep State’s Plot to Destabilize the Nation Is Working | By John & Nisha Whitehead

The Deep State’s Plot to Destabilize the Nation Is Working | By John & Nisha Whitehead The danger is real. ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version • Short Version View this email in your browser …
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October 17, 2024 at 8:38 PM

Should Police Answer for Misuse of Deadly Force?

Should Police Answer for Misuse of Deadly Force? Make the police play by the rules of the Constitution View this email in your browser   For Immediate Release: October 17, 2024   Should Police Answer for Misus…
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October 15, 2024 at 8:52 PM

Brace Yourselves: A Tsunami Approaches | By John & Nisha Whitehead

Brace Yourselves: A Tsunami Approaches | By John & Nisha Whitehead This is how freedom falls and tyranny rises. ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version • Short Version View this email in your brows…
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October 11, 2024 at 10:26 PM

It’s time to fix what’s broken in this country

It’s time to fix what’s broken in this country Make America free again. Donate online at www.rutherford.org Dear Friend, Clearly, our national priorities need to be re-examined.   While the politicians play…
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October 10, 2024 at 7:46 PM

Police Use Asset Forfeiture to Keep Thousands of Dollars in Cash From Innocent Owners

Police Use Asset Forfeiture to Keep Thousands of Dollars in Cash From Innocent Owners This is highway robbery. View this email in your browser   For Immediate Release: October 10, 2024   SCOTUS Lets Police Use…
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October 8, 2024 at 10:12 PM

Censorship Is the Problem, Not Disinformation | By John & Nisha Whitehead

Censorship Is the Problem, Not Disinformation | By John & Nisha Whitehead The government will use any excuse to control the narrative. ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version • Short Version View t…
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October 4, 2024 at 8:28 PM

‘Evict First, Ask Questions Later’ Practice Violates Constitutional Rights

‘Evict First, Ask Questions Later’ Practice Violates Constitutional Rights All freedoms hang together. View this email in your browser   For Immediate Release: October 4, 2024   TR Sues Delaware Government for…
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October 2, 2024 at 1:23 PM

America Is Falling Apart | By John & Nisha Whitehead

America Is Falling Apart | By John & Nisha Whitehead Our national priorities are in dire need of restructuring ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version • Short Version View this email in your browse…
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September 26, 2024 at 7:33 PM

Make the Government Pay for Its Misconduct

Make the Government Pay for Its Misconduct Make America free again. View this email in your browser   For Immediate Release: September 26, 2024   Make the Government Pay for Its Misconduct: TRI Calls on Court …
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September 24, 2024 at 8:51 PM

Hidden Agendas | By John & Nisha Whitehead

Hidden Agendas | By John & Nisha Whitehead Beware of the government’s push for a digital currency ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version • Short Version View this email in your browser …
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September 20, 2024 at 8:46 PM

Freedom Watch • All Sides Are Waging War on Our Freedoms

Freedom Watch • All Sides Are Waging War on Our Freedoms All freedoms hang together.  Your tax-deductible donations support The Rutherford Institute's ongoing efforts to make the government play by the rules of the Constitution.  …
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September 17, 2024 at 6:56 PM

Don’t Trust the Government. Not with Your Freedoms |By John & Nisha Whitehead

Don’t Trust the Government. Not with Your Freedoms |By John & Nisha Whitehead Make the government play by the rules of the Constitution ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version • Short Version View …
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September 16, 2024 at 8:16 PM

The Deep State’s plan to overthrow the Constitution

The Deep State’s plan to overthrow the Constitution Make America free again. Donate online at www.rutherford.org Dear Friend, The government will violate the Constitution as long as it can get away with it.…
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September 12, 2024 at 7:41 PM

TRI Calls on SCOTUS to Discourage Unconstitutional Mischief by the Government

TRI Calls on SCOTUS to Discourage Unconstitutional Mischief by the Government The government will violate the Constitution for as long as it can get away with it. View this email in your browser   For Immediat…
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September 9, 2024 at 3:49 PM

Overthrowing the Constitution: All Sides Are Waging War on Our Freedoms | By John & Nisha Whitehead

Overthrowing the Constitution: All Sides Are Waging War on Our Freedoms | By John & Nisha Whitehead Make the government play by the rules of the Constitution ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version • Short…
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September 5, 2024 at 4:19 PM

TRI Takes Government to Trial Over Discrimination of a Christian Study Center

TRI Takes Government to Trial Over Discrimination of a Christian Study Center The First Amendment requires that the government treat all faiths equally. View this email in your browser   For Immediate Release:…
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September 3, 2024 at 6:47 PM

What It Means to Go Back-to-School in the American Police State | By John & Nisha Whitehead

What It Means to Go Back-to-School in the American Police State | By John & Nisha Whitehead This is the tyranny of the Nanny State ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version • Short Version View this …
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August 29, 2024 at 7:21 PM

TRI Defends Political Speech, Right of Citizens to Criticize Candidates

TRI Defends Political Speech, Right of Citizens to Criticize Candidates This is an offense to the Constitution. View this email in your browser   For Immediate Release: August 29, 2024   Rutherford Institute De…
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August 27, 2024 at 5:01 PM

The Government Pressured Tech Companies to Censor Users | By John & Nisha Whitehead

The Government Pressured Tech Companies to Censor Users | By John & Nisha Whitehead This is the very definition of technofascism. ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version • Short Version View this e…
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August 23, 2024 at 8:20 PM

Ninth Circuit Refuses to Hold Facebook Accountable for Working With the Government to Censor Disfavored Speech

Ninth Circuit Refuses to Hold Facebook Accountable for Working With the Government to Censor Disfavored Speech Nothing good can come from technocensorship. View this email in your browser   For Immediate Relea…
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August 20, 2024 at 9:08 PM

The Political Matrix Sustains the Illusion of Freedom | By John & Nisha Whitehead

The Political Matrix Sustains the Illusion of Freedom | By John & Nisha Whitehead Freedom no longer means what it once did. ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version • Short Version View this email i…
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August 16, 2024 at 10:59 AM

Can Social Media Companies Be Regulated to Prevent Censorship?

Can Social Media Companies Be Regulated to Prevent Censorship? Technofascism is the modern-day equivalent of book burning. View this email in your browser   For Immediate Release: August 16, 2024   Can Social …
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August 13, 2024 at 5:54 PM

Who Owns America? Oligarchs Have Bought Up the American Dream | By John & Nisha Whitehead

Who Owns America? Oligarchs Have Bought Up the American Dream | By John & Nisha Whitehead America is literally being bought and sold right out from under us. ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. 1000-Word Version …
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August 7, 2024 at 4:42 PM

American Theocracy: Politics Has Become Our National Religion | By John & Nisha Whitehead

American Theocracy: Politics Has Become Our National Religion | By John & Nisha Whitehead Politics has become America’s God. ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. 1000-Word Version  View this email in your br…
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August 2, 2024 at 2:06 PM

Rutherford Institute Calls on Supreme Court to Rein In Reckless Behavior by Police

Rutherford Institute Calls on Supreme Court to Rein In Reckless Behavior by Police This is how the police state rigs the game. View this email in your browser   For Immediate Release: August 2, 2024   TRI Call…
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July 31, 2024 at 12:52 PM

The Right to Not Be Lied To: Making the Case for Truth in Politics | By John & Nisha Whitehead

The Right to Not Be Lied To: Making the Case for Truth in Politics | By John & Nisha Whitehead Political lies have become our norm. ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version • Short Version View this…
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July 22, 2024 at 2:49 PM

How Political Theater Helps the Deep State Stay in Power | By John & Nisha Whitehead

How Political Theater Helps the Deep State Stay in Power | By John & Nisha Whitehead This is what controlled chaos looks like. ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version • Short Version View this emai…
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July 18, 2024 at 8:48 PM

Supreme Court Paves the Way for States to Criminalize Homelessness

Supreme Court Paves the Way for States to Criminalize Homelessness Punishing people for being homeless is unconscionable and unconstitutional. View this email in your browser   For Immediate Release: July 18, …
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July 15, 2024 at 8:24 PM

When It Comes to Political Violence, We All Lose | By John & Nisha Whitehead

When It Comes to Political Violence, We All Lose | By John & Nisha Whitehead We are imploding on multiple fronts, all at once. ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version • Short Version View this emai…
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July 14, 2024 at 12:44 PM

Happy birthday to a constitutional superhero

Happy birthday to a constitutional superhero Not all heroes wear capes. NOT ALL HEROES WEAR CAPES Happy birthday to a constitutional superhero Help us celebrate John W. Whitehead's birthday with a show of love, gratitude and support for …
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July 12, 2024 at 8:01 PM

The Government Pressured Tech Companies to Censor Users for Voicing Concerns Over COVID, Election Fraud

The Government Pressured Tech Companies to Censor Users for Voicing Concerns Over COVID, Election Fraud This is an offense to the Constitution. View this email in your browser   For Immediate Release: July 12,…
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July 10, 2024 at 7:52 PM

Project Total Control: Everything Is a Weapon When Totalitarianism Is Normalized | By John & Nisha Whitehead

Project Total Control: Everything Is a Weapon When Totalitarianism Is Normalized | By John & Nisha Whitehead This is the danger that lurks in plain sight. ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version • Short Ve…
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July 2, 2024 at 5:07 PM

The Supreme Court Makes the President a Dictator for Life | By John & Nisha Whitehead

The Supreme Court Makes the President a Dictator for Life | By John & Nisha Whitehead Absolute power absolutely corrupted the presidency. ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version • Short Version Vie…
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June 29, 2024 at 11:22 AM

Happy birthday to The Rutherford Institute!

Happy birthday to The Rutherford Institute! Together, we can make America free again. Donate online at www.rutherford.org Dear Friend, Please join me in wishing The Rutherford Institute a happy birthday.   F…
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June 25, 2024 at 7:40 PM

Electing the Next Dictator: Ugly Truths You Won’t Hear from Trump or Biden | By John & Nisha Whitehead

Electing the Next Dictator: Ugly Truths You Won’t Hear from Trump or Biden | By John & Nisha Whitehead If voting made any difference, they wouldn’t let us do it. ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version • S…
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June 24, 2024 at 7:52 PM

$250,000 matching gift challenge

$250,000 matching gift challenge Make America free again. Donate online at www.rutherford.org Dear Friend, It’s hard to remember that we’re a free people when government SWAT teams are crashing through door…
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June 20, 2024 at 7:12 PM

Victory: Court Vacates Protective Order Against Street Preacher Who Criticized Gay Marriage, Denounced Drag Show

Victory: Court Vacates Protective Order Against Street Preacher Who Criticized Gay Marriage, Denounced Drag Show All freedoms hang together. View this email in your browser   For Immediate Release: June 20, 20…
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June 19, 2024 at 8:28 PM

We've Become Slaves to the Police State | By John & Nisha Whitehead

We've Become Slaves to the Police State | By John & Nisha Whitehead We've been shackled to a dictatorship. ATTENTION NEWSPAPER EDITORS: This commentary is available online at www.rutherford.org. Long Version • Short Version View this email in your browser …