Samuel Adams: “The Constitution is Fixed”
A lot of people believe that the Constitution means what the supreme court tells us it means, until it changes its mind, of course.
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The Struggle for American Independence: Common Sense
The pamphlet truly became a sensation, making the case for independence in a manner that struck a chord with the typical American. Without holding public office, Paine’s famous diatribe influenced the course of history and helped pave the way to independence.
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Today in History: North Carolina Sends Foreign Diplomat to the United States of America
This event illustrated the voluntary nature of the union, which was one of choice rather than force.
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The Constitution and War Powers: Jefferson vs the Barbary Pirates
Some people want you to believe that Thomas Jefferson waged war on the Barbary pirates without congressional approval – but they’re either ignorant or lying.
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Today in History: Passage of the Lee Resolution for Ties with Great Britain to be “Totally Dissolved”
Today in History, on July 2 1776, the Second Continental Congress passed the Richard Henry Lee resolution, which called for ties between Great Britain and the American states to be “totally dissolved.” The vote was unanimous amongst the colonies, all of which had one vote regardless of size, with New York abstaining. Initially reluctant to…
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Thomas Jefferson vs Jeff Sessions on Federal Enforcement
Attorney General Sessions has told us repeatedly that federal laws are to be enforced no matter what. And if you don’t like it, wait for congress to repeal, or the federal courts to overturn the law in question.
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Today in History: Patrick Henry’s Birthday
Known as “Hot Head” and “The Voice of the Revolution,” Henry was undoubtedly the strongest political force of his time in Virginia, and one of the most famous figures of the era.
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Today in History: James Monroe was Born
Aligning himself with the interests of Jefferson and Madison’s Republican Party, he strongly opposed the national bank, Jay Treaty, and the Quasi War with France.
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Podcast: Baseball, the Constitution and a Lawyer You Can Trust
Last week, I warned you about trusting lawyers to explain the Constitution. On this week’s episode of Thoughts from Maharrey Head, I make an exception to that general advice.
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