Nullification in Action: The Shocking True Story of Fugitive Slave Anthony Burns
This is an absolutely incredible story of resistance to federal power. Anthony Burns – born into slavery, escaped, captured – and the center of a massive standoff between people in Boston and the federal government. Path to Liberty, Fast Friday Edition:...
Ten Thousand Implied Powers: Patrick Henry’s Final Antifederalist Speech
In his last major speech during the Virginia Ratifying Convention, Patrick Henry warned against the potential for “ten thousand implied powers,” and called for a number of amendments prior to ratification. Path to Liberty, Fast Friday Edition: August 11, 2023...
Today in History: Rhode Island Becomes First Colony to Ban Importation of Slaves
On June 13, 1774, Rhode Island became the first colony to ban the importation of slaves. Efforts to curb slavery in Rhode Island began as early as 1652. That year, the colonial government passed a law making it illegal for any person, white or black, to be “bound”...