Overview:SOPA is a bill proposed to stop online piracy. It would expand the ability of U.S. law enforcement to fight online trafficking in copyrighted intellectual property and counterfeit goods. However, it is largely being protested in early 2012 because opponents say it hampers innovation and freedom of speech. See more about SOPA here.
Overview:Rick Perry (born March 4, 1950) was the 47th Governor of Texas. Perry was elected Lieutenant Governor of Texas in 1998, and became Governor after George W. Bush left office to become President of the United States in 2000. In August 2011, Perry announced he was running for the Republican nomination for the President of the United States.
Overview:Michele Bachmann (b. April 6, 1956) is a Republican politician currently representing Minnesota's 6th district in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Overview:Doctor-recommended medical marijuana is already legal in a dozen states, with at least two more likely to legalize pot for medical uses in November. It has been shown helpful in treating nausea and pain associated with cancer, chemotherapy, HIV and hepatitis C; spasticity associated with multiple sclerosis; intra-ocular pressure in glaucoma; and a host of other conditions.
Yet the federal government refuses to recognize any valid medical use for the herb, and continues raids and arrests of medical marijuana patients and providers in states which have legalized medical use.
Overview:Muammar Gaddafi (June 1942 – October 20, 2011) acted as a dictator in Libya from 1969 until 2011, when his government was overthrown during a civil war. Find more more Muammar Gaddafi pictures, news and information below.
Overview:Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Lights or Festival of Dedication, is an eight day Jewish holiday that starts on the 25th day of Kislev, which usually occurs in December or late November.