Most people will tell you that the general welfare clause expands federal power.
Most people are wrong.
In fact, the general welfare clause imposes limits on federal power.
For More Information
The General Welfare Clause Is Not a Blank Check
General Welfare Clause Overview
Thomas Jefferson Rejects the Power of Congress to “Do Whatever Evil They Please”
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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