Some people say nullification can’t work because the federal government is too big and powerful. They’re wrong. Most of us nullify every single every day.
There are two definitions of nullification. One is legal, the other, practical. When we talk about nullification as a strategy, we generally mean the practical definition. A law remains on the books but it is unenforceable or simply no longer has any practical effect.
For Further Reading
The Blueprint: James Madison’s Advice
Michael Maharrey [send him email] is the Communications Director for the Tenth Amendment Center. He is from the original home of the Principles of '98 - Kentucky and currently resides in northern Florida. See his blog archive here and his article archive here.He is the author of the book, Our Last Hope: Rediscovering the Lost Path to Liberty., and Constitution Owner's Manual. You can visit his personal website at MichaelMaharrey.com and like him on Facebook HERE
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