Wall of Separation: Myth?
The biggest misunderstanding is not even the concept of the “Separation of Church and State” itself, but a misunderstanding of federalism, the construction of the US Constitution, and the first 10 Amendments (i.e. the Bill of Rights).
South Carolina reps see the light on Commerce Clause
Two state representatives in South Carolina are pushing back against a federal ban of incandescent light bulbs set to begin in January of 2012. There is no constitutional authority for Congress to impose such a ban on the citizens of the several states, and it’s nice that South Carolina noticed. From NetRightDaily: “State Representatives Sandifer and Loftis are taking the lead [...]
VA Intrastate Commerce Act up for key vote tomorrow
If we choose to exercise it, the Tenth Amendment explicitly gives us the power to enforce the Constitution’s letter and spirit through political action, regardless of the opinions and preferences of the ruling class.
The Spirit and Intent of our Constitution
“The adoption of the Constitution will demonstrate as visibly the finger of Providence as any possible event in the course of human affairs can ever designate it.” ~ George Washington Adherence to the spirit and intent of our Constitution was so important to our Founding Fathers that one of the first acts of the First [...]
Nullification in a Nutshell
The “Principles of 98,” as they came to be known, are rarely discussed in modern history lectures even though these are integral to understanding how our federal Constitution was intended to function. These are the principles of state interposition or nullification that assert that if the federal government fails to check itself through one of [...]
Jefferson, the Fed, and the Tenth Amendment
In one of the many arguments Thomas Jefferson had with Alexander Hamilton in the first administration of the newly found republic, under President George Washington, Jefferson used these words to describe why Hamilton’s plan for a federal bank under private management was a bad and unconstitutional idea: “I consider the foundation of the Constitution as [...]
The Upcoming Tenth Amendment Summit
For the first time in perhaps generations, the people of the states are demonstrating their disgust with the actions, policies, principles, and philosophies of the federal government. People who have attempted to change Washington, D.C., by playing by “their rules” have reached an end to that game of charades. To many, it has become all [...]
Judge Napolitano on the States and the Constitution
Judge Andrew Napolitano has released a five part series providing a well-done Constitutional overview. Part 5 in particular deals with the rights and role of the states. It is well worth watching and sharing with others. Editor’s Note: part 4, The Courts and the Constitution, is below
Video: The Role of Congress Under the Constitution
Andrew Napolitano in the second part of his series on the Constitution. Don’t miss him as the keynote speaker at the Tenth Amendment Summit in Atlanta, GA!
Video: The Constitution and Freedom
Andrew Napolitano in the first part of his series on the Constitution. Don’t miss him as the keynote speaker at the Tenth Amendment Summit in Atlanta, GA!
Why States’ Rights are the Answer
We could talk, debate, point fingers about how we got from 1776 to today, but the fact is each of us is responsible, and unless we own the blame, we cannot own the solution. First you need to ask, “Does the constitution matter to you?” If you answered yes, you may ask, “but what can [...]
It’s Not Just Obama, It’s the System
A new President would no more change the form and system of the federal government than would pumping trillions of dollars of tax payer monies create a stable and sound economic system in America
Constitutional Understanding
Writes an anonymous emailer: Who was the last Supreme (or even any law school student or even a professor) to read the Federalist – especially since 1929 ?? No doubt that there’s very little discussion about the Constitution in any way, and it’s certainly a concern. But, an even greater problem than ignorance of The Federalist [...]
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 [...]
Virginia Blogger Calls Tenthers “Intellectual Boobs”
Dan Casey of the Roanoke Times recently embarrassed himself with a juvenile, ad hominem attack on the Tenth Amendment movement titled “The Whole Tenth Amendment Business is Dumb and Crazy.” While it’s unclear whether Casey actually expected his “arguments” to be taken seriously, it is clear that he cannot make his point through the use of [...]
Feb 19, 2011 | Categories:Commentary, Constitution, Federalism, Founding Fathers, Founding Principles, Government, Originalism, Sovereignty Movement, State Sovereignty, Tenthers, The Opposition | Tags: 10th Amendment, 10th Amendment Movement, Enumerated Powers, Founding Principles, State Sovereignty, States Rights, Virginia Sovereignty | 2 Comments »