John Marshall
John Marshall Refuted Claims that the Feds Have “Inherent Sovereign Authority”
On October 20, 2023, I posted an essay on this website addressing the claim that the federal government has powers outside those enumerated in the Constitution. The usual basis for this claim of “inherent sovereign authority” is that upon Independence, sovereign power...
Today in History: John Marshall Nominated as Chief Justice
Today in 1801, John Marshall was appointed the Chief Justice of the United States by President John Adams. Nominated at a time of severe partisan discord, Adams hoped Marshall’s appointment would help to counteract the influence of the Jeffersonian Republicans and...
Chief Justice John Marshall: The feds have no power over your health care!
At a time when the federal government, and especially the president, have declared that they will dictate health decisions to nearly every American, it is worthwhile to remember the words of our greatest Chief Justice—John Marshall. In reading his comment, you should...
Today in History: John Marshall Becomes Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
Today in 1801, John Marshall was appointed the Chief Justice of the United States by President John Adams. Nominated at a time of severe partisan discord, Adams hoped Marshall’s appointment would help to counteract the influence of the Jeffersonian Republicans and...