Obama and War Powers
Recently, some prominent liberals have made significant efforts to disparage the tenth amendment/state sovereignty movement as ignorant, fringe, rightwing nut-jobs. But truly principled liberals* who desire a peaceful foreign policy are over looking how Jeffersonian constitutionalism of a limited federal government could actually help to halt the unnecessary U.S. interventions abroad. For an example, did [...]
Taking it off for the 10th?
A marijuana activist is doing something “special” to bring attention to the fact that the federal government is completely ignoring the 10th Amendment. Writes Angela Macdonald of Examiner.com: Angela, the host, producer, and writer of The Reefer Report has vowed to wear no clothing during her ten minute news program. “The Federal government is stripping [...]
The Strengths of the 10th Movement
Working for liberty and freedom for my future children and grandchildren has been a gratifying endeavor since it began for me years ago. I thought I was on the right track, campaigning for a National candidate that I thought was a real statesman and champion for liberty then as I do now, but my work [...]
Constitutional Wisdom from Randy Barnett
I haven’t been too friendly to some of the solutions that Randy Barnett has offered for the problems we face, but – in regards to an original understanding of the purpose and intention of the Constitution, you’d be hard-pressed to find someone better. His recent blog post over at Volokh, regarding his rebuttal at Politico.com [...]
Debra Medina on State Sovereignty
Debra Medina is running for TX governor in 2010 and is the 24th legislator or candidate to have signed on to our 10-4 Pledge for the 10th Amendment. Kudos, Debra! Here’s what she has to say about state sovereignty, from her website: The Constitution of the United States is a contract between “We the People” [...]
Randy Brogdon Moneybomb Today
Today, the Brogdon for governor of Oklahoma team, working with Trevor Lyman (creator of the Ron Paul moneybomb), are holding a fundraising day in support of his candidacy – and states’s rights. There’s still plenty of time to donate, so check out the counter below and help out if you can. Randy Brogdon is a [...]
Lou Dobbs Interview
Had the pleasure of chatting with Lou Dobbs for a few minutes on his syndicated radio show yesterday. Please stop by at www.loudobbsradio.com
State Legislators Oppose Expanded Unemployment Mandates
From an American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) press release yesterday: The American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC), the nation’s largest nonpartisan, individual membership association of state legislators, recently passed a Resolution Opposing Federal Mandates on Unemployment Insurance. The resolution opposes the required federal changes which would expand eligibility of unemployment insurance and move the system toward [...]
Every day should be Constitution Day
Writes Josh Eboch: We the People must stop allowing our founding documents to be marginalized as artifacts of a long-dead history. We must demand that our natural rights, partially enumerated and fully protected by the Constitution, be recognized, respected, and restored. If we would deserve the freedom that has been passed down as our birthright [...]
The Key to our Future
Writes Rich Hand, a good friend of the Tenth Amendment Center: “Celebrate Our Constitution; It’s Not Just About Our Past, It’s the Key To Our Future…” The future of the United States lies in the words of this historic document. We don’t need reform; we need compliance with our current Constitutional law. We must know [...]
What Happened to the 10th Amendment?
According to Bob Unruh at World Net Daily, “A new wave of revolution in support of individual and states rights is developing across the United States…” Whether on the left or the right, a growing number of people are recognizing that one-size-fits all solutions are the worst possible “solution” to issues in this country. In [...]
Happy Constitution Day!
What a great day to be an American Patriot, eh? We are all faced with some of the most dire conditions and direction this republic has ever seen, beginning with the fact that Constitution Day, the commemoration of the signing of this nation’s most important document, is not met with parades and TV coverage but [...]
Constitutionalists vs Conservatives
Critics who mock us as “tenthers” because we share views identical with Thomas Jefferson repeatedly make a fatal error. They believe that we are the same as the beltway, neoconservative, GOP-loyal rightwing. For instance, check out Alan Colmes attempt at “tenther-bashing.” His big finisher? Under our analysis, George W. Bush’s No Child Left Behind is [...]
Radio Interviews, Constitution Day
Here’s a few radio interviews I’ll be doing in the next few days to talk about Constitution Day and, of course, limited government under the 10th Amendment. (all times Pacific) Thursday 9/17/2009 7:35 AM – Rob Johnson Show, 840 KMPH – Modesto, CA 8:05 AM – John Lofton, TheAmericanView.com 11:35 AM – Lou Dobbs Radio [...]
States mull options to limit Washington
“As Constitution day approaches…” (FYI, it’s this Thursday, September 17th!) – that’s the headline of Kay B. Day’s new article on The US Report. Here’s an excerpt: September 17 is Constitution Day, so it seems appropriate that states are rallying in an effort to combat a federal government expanding beyond its historically legal powers. Two [...]
Getting it Right on the Left?
While the traditional left has been way off base when covering issues related to the 10th Amendment, Chris Weigant over at Huffington Post is much more fair in his review of both nullification specifically, and the 10th Amendment Movement in general. Usually, places like HuffPo, MSNBC, ThinkProgress, and elsewhere slam the 10th as being pointless, try to [...]
A Very American Distrust of Government
A good read from Alan Caruba: The men who waged the American Revolution and then met in secret to write the U.S. Constitution all shared a distrust of government. They understood government was necessary, but they wanted to keep a federal government small and ensure that most powers resided in the individual states and in [...]
Ohio Sovereignty: Hearings on Sept 15
Writes Joe Bozzi at the Ohio Freedom Alliance: The Ohio Senate State and Local Government and Veterans Affairs Committee has scheduled a second hearing on SCR-13. The hearing will be at 10:00am on Tuesday, September 15th in the South Hearing Room, and will allow for public testimony. See www.ohiofreestate.com for more information, for instructions on [...]
Health Care Town Hall Meeting – Clearwater FL – 9/15/09
Join us for a public meeting to discuss the Florida Health Care Freedom Act ( House Joint Resolution 37). Citizens will have the chance to voice concerns, ask questions and learn more about how to get involved with this great cause.
Ohio Sovereignty: Hearings on Sept 15
The Ohio Senate State and Local Government and Veterans Affairs Committee has scheduled a second hearing on SCR-13. The hearing will be at 10:00am on Tuesday, September 15th
Marijuana Legalization as the Blueprint
A recent Fortune Magazine article, “How Marijuana Became Legal” should give Constitutional activists some great ideas on how to approach other issues where the federal government is outside the scope of their constitutionally-delegated powers. Here’s an excerpt: Over the years the government’s position has become progressively more embattled, if not untenable. Thirteen states now have [...]
Time to Put Down the Labels
Generalized hatred is counterproductive to the 10th movement, even if it’s directed towards the ‘Libs’.
MSNBC: Clueless about the 10th Amendment Again
It’s hard to cover everything that needs to be addressed in this 6+ minute video, but I’ll touch on a few of them below. Here’s a few observations: 1. Turley is absolutely correct that “decades of precedent” in the courts oppose the view that the federal government is not authorized to enact a national health [...]
Axelrod: State Healthcare Compacts?
Writes Kay B. Day: The top strategist for the left was talking to Bill O’Reilly and the talk show host asked about being able to purchase insurance across state lines. In his speech Obama cited an obstacle to reform—“In 34 states 75 percent of the insurance market is controlled by 4 or 5 companies.” When [...]
