Politics

Voltaire, the famous Enlightenment philosopher and champion of free speech, is often quoted as saying, "I disapprove of what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it." But what did Voltaire mean by this? Did he truly believe that all speech should be protected, even if it is hateful or discriminatory? In this article, we will explore Voltaire's views on free speech and tolerance and examine whether or not he would defend the right of bigots and racists to express their views.

As a Nevada City man wrestles with his prayer conundrum, his story exposes the laughably inconsistent stances of Republican lawmakers, who are quick to tackle the fentanyl crisis but lethargic in addressing gun violence.

Area Man Brock Whalen of Penn Valley wants to make the conservative township great again.

A retired local baby boomer doesn't have any patience for your socialism.

Governor Gavin Newsom is considering what many are calling "the sale of the century."

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The Sanders 2020 campaign doesn't want any money from any billionaire.

Temporarily taking on the made-up, Native American-sounding name of 'Donoma J. Trompe' and donning what many believe to be a fictitious appropriation of a traditional headdress, the former President made a campaign stop north of Sacramento, CA, to make a pitch for his latest business venture: an "Indian Gaming Casino."

Sairhra Ramun of Nevada City says scaring people without evidence is part of waking up "the sheeple."