She specifically upheld that female corps members who, for sincere religious reasons, wish to wear skirts should be allowed to do so.

MSNBC anchor Chris Matthews said Monday he's leaving 'Hardball' following accusations of making inappropriate comments, including several about women.

Her father was a judo sensei, and she competed in bowling, softball and track before embarking on her own judo training as a high school sophomore, even competing in a national tournament. Laura took ...