Author: Paul Engel
Like many of you, I am a product of the public schools. Like many of you I thought the Constitution was for lawyers and judges. One day I read the Constitution, and was surprised to find I didn't need a law degree to understand it. Then I read the Declaration of Independence, the Federalist Papers and even the Anti-Federalist Papers. As I learned more and more about our founding fathers and documents I saw how little we know about how our country was designed to work and how many people just didn't care. I started The Constitution Study to help those who also want read and study our Constitution.
046 – The Truth Behind Marbury v Madison
If you’ve studied the Constitution for a while you’ve probably heard about Judicial Review and the Supreme Court case Marbury v. Madison. But would it surprise you to find out that most of what you’ve been told doesn’t match history? Find out more on this episode of The Constitution Study Live! Constitution Study Article Marbury…
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H.R.8: Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2019
A lot has been written and said about this particular piece of legislation. After spending a little bit of time in the actual language I found not a “background check bill” or even a “gun control/safety bill”. No, this legislation really is a “control bill for people we don’t like”. So let’s go through the…
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045 – Pondering Rights
Today let’s ponder the legitimate use of our rights. Please leave your questions and comments below, and don’t forget to subscribe. Find out more at https://constitutionstudy.com Check out this episode!
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045 – Pondering Rights
Today let’s ponder the legitimate use of our rights. Please leave your questions and comments below, and don’t forget to subscribe. Find out more at https://constitutionstudy.com
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044 – What is Freedom of the Press
In this episode, we’ll explore the freedom of the press. We’ll define what it means and what it should mean in the 21st century. What is Freedom of the Press? Please leave your questions and comments below, and don’t forget to subscribe. Find out more at https://constitutionstudy.com Check out this episode!
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043 – What is Freedom of the Press
In this episode, we’ll explore the freedom of the press. We’ll define what it means and what it should mean in the 21st century. What is Freedom of the Press?
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Double Jeopardy and State and Federal Prosecutions
While doing some research, I came across the oral argument for a supreme Court case called Gamble v. United States. It asked the question: If someone is prosecuted for the same crime in both state and federal courts, does that violate the Fifth Amendment’s protection against double jeopardy? While reading the opinion, I went through…
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043 – How can you tell if a politician is lying
Today we’re going to ponder the joke, “How can you tell if a politician is lying?” Please leave your questions and comments below, and don’t forget to subscribe. Find out more at https://constitutionstudy.com Check out this episode!
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