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Christopher Brauchli

Christopher Brauchli

Christopher Brauchli is a Common Dreams columnist and lawyer known nationally for his work. He is a graduate of Harvard University and the University of Colorado School of Law where he served on the Board of Editors of the Rocky Mountain Law Review. For political commentary see his web page at humanraceandothersports.com.

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The Death Penalty Returns to the Supreme Court

In the U.S. the person facing the prospect of execution has to take it upon himself to make sure it is done in a "humane" way.

Christopher Brauchli ·

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A Proposal for Men: No Sex

If states that are so focused on the evils of abortion simply banned sexual intercourse, women would no longer have to worry about becoming pregnant and the need for abortions would vanish.

Christopher Brauchli ·

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Pardons and Prayers

Seven members of the House of Representatives sought forgiveness for their sins, before their sins had even been publicly disclosed, by appealing to a higher power

Christopher Brauchli ·

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Ginni and the Justice

Ginni Thomas was one of the most conspicuous people attempting to persuade those in positions of power to overturn the results of the 2020 election.

Christopher Brauchli ·

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Reclaiming the 13 Colonies: A Daunting Task for Boris Johnson

Why Rand Paul’s observations are cause for alarm for some of us living on this side of the Atlantic

Christopher Brauchli ·

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The Contempt of the Gorsuch Family

Neil sees no reason to encumber his very attractive appearance with a mask even though CDC suggestions clearly suggest that wearing a mask in those circumstances would be appropriate.

Christopher Brauchli ·

Police officers gather to remove activists during an anti death penalty protest in front of the US Supreme Court January 17, 2017 in Washington, DC. (Photo: Brendan Smialowski/AFP/Getty Images)

Death in Texas

The Lone Star State once again demonstrates that it can show the rest of the country the way and is now doing so... by arguing a death penalty case in the United States Supreme Court.

Christopher Brauchli ·

Former U.S. President Donald Trump leaves Trump Tower in Manhattan on May 18, 2021.

The Envy of Trump

According to reports, the change in leadership in Haiti was orchestrated by Christian Emmanuel Sanon, a Haitian-born citizen who had lived in Florida for more than 20 years.

Christopher Brauchli ·

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