Law, War & Politics

By Johnny Barnes

I have studied law, and I have studied war and I have studied politics; and I have come to regard them as one in the same.

Like water and oil, the elements of each are separate and distinct. Yet, put them together, and they join. To the untrained eye, when mixed, they remain detached and discreet.…  

Barry Bonds is Benched, Out of Baseball – “Why?”

By Attorney Johnny Barnes

The star that now accompanies his name is not because he is an All Star. The star next to his name signals that some have pointed the finger of blame, accusing him of having the assistance of steroids on the road to his record-breaking career. Yet, he has tested negative for any performance enhancing drugs each and every time he has been tested.…  

When Law Bowed to Justice – The Amistad Story

By Attorney Johnny Barnes

Inscribed above the United States Supreme Court Building is the pronouncement, “Equal Justice Under Law.” They got it wrong. It would be a more perfect statement if it read, “Equal Law Under Justice.” Justice is the higher authority. Man makes Law, imperfect, with faults and frailties. Justice, on the other hand, commands the highest, the best, the most fair and moral.…