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Thursday, January 6, 2005

 

Individual rights buckle under seat belt laws

Derek Kieper writes .. `What frightens me more about safety belt laws is the intrusion they represent to Americans. Democrats should take notice. Choice is an important aspect of freedom – choice to do as I see fit with my body and being.

Yet, the government has decided that I do not have the choice to drive around without my seat belt. It is my choice what type of safety precautions I take. It is ridiculous to legislate actions that have no immediate effect on other individuals.’

Three months later a different article in another paper..




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