Tag Archives: Florida

Will Dwarf-Tossing Return to Florida?

Posted on October 7, 2011 by Bill Bickel

There are a number of good reasons to ban the Australian pub “sport” of dwarf-throwing, which in fact Florida did back in 1989. For one, it’s demeaning to an entire group of people. There are also a number of good reasons to permit it, including the obvious one that a … Continue reading →

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Doctors and Guns

Posted on September 15, 2011 by Bill Bickel

In another case that seems more about principle and political posturing than any real purpose, the United States District Court Southern District of Florida yesterday (September 14) issued a stay on a new law essentially prohibiting doctors from asking patients about gun ownership. Seriously, is this really an issue anywhere? … Continue reading →

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