Year: 2024
Progress vs liberty: A critical look
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – We often hear about progress, but rarely ask where it leads. From data breaches to government spending and declining trust in institutions, society seems to be racing forward without reflection. Are we truly advancing toward liberty and rights, or just embracing change for its own sake? It’s time to reconsider the path we’re on.
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450 – Federalist and Antifederalist #1
I don’t believe a serious study of the Constitution can be made without looking at the public debates over the documents. After the Constitutional Convention sent the proposed constitution to the states for ratification, a great debate was had over its pros and cons. Supporters of the document as proposed, Alexander Hamilton, John Jay, and James Madison, published essays in New York State newspapers under the pseudonym Publius. These essays are collectively known as the Federalist Papers. Meanwhile, several authors published articles and essays opposing, or at least cautioning a rush to adopt the proposed Constitution, under many pseudonyms.
“The tail wagging the dog!”
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – No one is surprised when a dog bites a man, but when the tables are turned, that’s newsworthy, or at least those in the industry think so. But that got me thinking of another, more widespread saying, “The tail wagging the dog!” This is when the very small minority takes control over the majority. This got me thinking: has our focus on man bites dog stories in this country…
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Who is sovereign in America?
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – When we think of sovereignty, most people think of kings and queens wielding power without opposition or restraint. But that’s not how things work here in the United States — at least not how they are supposed to work. Understanding sovereignty in America, not only its sources but also its limitations is key to being free…
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Being thankful for the small things in life…
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – In America, we take one day a year for Thanksgiving. While we all have a lot to give thanks for, I think limiting it to one day a year deprives us all of something important. For example, many people today stop before their feast and list what they’re thankful for, such as family, friends, a warm home, and a good meal. Have you taken the time to think of the…
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Regulatory threats to liberty
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Schools today prioritize politics and social agendas over core skills like reading and math. This shift stems from collectivist groups targeting children to reshape society. Federal regulations amplify their influence, attracting power-hungry individuals and moneyed interests. To reclaim liberty, we must strip illegal powers from politicians and confront the true source of corruption in education.
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Pennsylvania’s keystone
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Pennsylvania’s keystone isn’t what it seems. As recount controversies and illegal ballot disputes reach the state Supreme Court, a deeper issue emerges: the rule of law overshadowed by partisan politics. Explore how this crisis unfolds in Pennsylvania, with a glimpse into election concerns in Minnesota, Michigan, Louisiana, and a pressing question on national sovereignty.
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449 – When is a Gun a Gun?
I cannot count how many times I’ve said it, but words mean things. It’s one of the reasons I keep referring back to documents to see the actual words used so I can find their definitions. In the case Garland v. VanDerStok, the issue seems to come down not just to what the definition of…
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