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Trojan Justice: How Turner v. Rogers Gutted Due Process and Smuggled ADR Into the 14th Amendment

- by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

In Turner v. Rogers, the Supreme Court prioritized administrative efficiency over due process, allowing child support enforcement without legal counsel or proper hearings. This ruling disguised as a protective measure paved the way for administrative control, redefining justice as procedural checklists, compromising parental rights, and undermining constitutional protections.

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The McMahon Machine: Where Feelings Are Felonies and Substack Is a Crime Scene

- by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

In Staten Island, free speech isn’t just under fire — it’s apparently a criminal offense. DA Mike McMahon, rattled by a Substack post that bruised his ego, is now treating satire like sabotage and dissent like a felony. If feelings are the new felony standard, we might need to build more jails — for writers, bloggers, and anyone with a spine. Welcome to McMahon’s America, where the Constitution takes a backseat to crybaby prosecution.

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The Ballad of Staten Island’s Fearless DA: Michael “Stranger Danger” McMahon

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Michael E. McMahon, Staten Island’s District Attorney, wields power in a troubling legal environment marked by alleged misconduct. Claims of abuse, campaign fraud, and familial connections to the judiciary highlight a system where justice is compromised. McMahon’s actions raise questions about ethics, accountability, and the meaning of free speech in Staten Island politics.

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The Declaration of Parental Rights: A Manifesto for Family Freedom in a Time of Overreach

- by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

In 2025, the narrative emphasizes that children belong to their parents, not the government. A modern Declaration of Parental Rights asserts that parental authority is paramount, critiques the family court system, advocates for shared parenting, and calls for accountability among judges and authorities. It urges a restoration of family rights against state intervention.

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35 Years of the ADA: A Civil Rights Law in Name, Not in Practice

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Next week marks 35 years since the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed, yet many disabled Americans still face discrimination and unfulfilled promises. Both past and current administrations have failed to enforce ADA rights, leaving systemic issues unaddressed. Real change is needed beyond symbolic gestures to ensure equal treatment and accountability.

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What Would It Have Taken to Get a Fair Trial?

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The article critiques the unfair trial experienced by William Sewell in a South Carolina family court. It outlines the essential legal safeguards denied to him, such as a neutral judge, access to counsel, equitable discovery, and protection from retaliation. Without these safeguards, the article argues, due process is compromised for self-represented parents across America.

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Twelve Motions Denied: The Systematic Erosion of Rights in Sewell’s Case

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The Sewell v. Sewell case illustrates a troubling pattern within the South Carolina Family Court, where twelve motions filed by William Sewell seeking justice were uniformly denied without adequate explanation. This systemic denial of due process highlights a court environment prioritizing power over fairness, leaving vulnerable parties without legal recourse or representation.

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Silenced Without Cause: How Medium Is Failing Journalists and Censoring Investigative Reporting

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Michael Phillips highlights the troubling suspension of his journalism account by Medium without clarity on policy violations. He argues that the platform’s vague moderation policies threaten accountability, particularly for independent journalists. Medium’s practices risk censoring vital investigative work, raising concerns about digital publishing’s commitment to free speech and transparency.

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When the Court Punishes the Cry for Help: Why Speaking Out Isn’t Contempt — It’s Courage

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The family court system often prioritizes secrecy and power over justice, leaving parents feeling unheard and desperate. When they speak out, it’s typically to expose serious concerns about child safety. Instead of being punished, these parents should be supported, as their pleas indicate systemic failures that threaten their children’s well-being.

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The Double Standard of Family Court: Enforcing Support, Ignoring Custody

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On June 30, 2025, Maryland’s Supreme Court ruled that child support cannot be waived as it is a child’s right. This decision highlights a disparity where financial support is enforced rigorously, while custody and visitation rights for parents, particularly fathers, are often disregarded. Calls for reform emphasize equal treatment for both rights.

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