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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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Scott Perry

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

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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 ·

Protesting Boris Johnson in London

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 ·

Former White House adviser Stephen Miller

Where's Stevie?

"I have watched with dismay and increasing horror as [Stephen]...has become the architect of immigration policies that repudiate the very foundation of our family's life in this country," Stephen Miller's uncle said.

Christopher Brauchli ·

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Of Assault Rifles and Swiss Army Knives

Since 1931 there have been four mass killings in Switzerland resulting in the deaths of 35 people. In none of those massacres was the Swiss Army Knife used.

Christopher Brauchli ·

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