South Carolina Charges Fee to Overthrow the Government
A South Carolina lawmaker is trying to repeal the state's Subversive Activities Registration Act, which charges locals who want to overthrow the government a $5 fee and requires that they register -- with the government. You have to see the paperwork (after the jump) to fully appreciate its comic value.
A South Carolina lawmaker is trying to repeal the state’s Subversive Activities Registration Act, which charges locals who want to overthrow the government a $5 fee and requires that they register — with the government. You have to see the paperwork (after the jump) to fully appreciate its comic value. — PZS
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