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The rule of law has been replaced by the rule of judge
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Let’s not forget the individuals who are frequently impacted by these court decisions. Like Steve Bannon, whose conviction on contempt of Congress charges was remanded by the Supreme Court to the Circuit. Or Jerome Powell, who once again has been protected from a subpoena by a federal judge. It’s almost like the rule of law has been replaced by…
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Constitutional illiteracy is undermining America
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Americans neglect the Constitution they claim to uphold, while leaders invoke powers not granted within it. From executive orders to congressional actions, widespread misunderstanding reveals a deeper constitutional illiteracy shaping government decisions and civic responsibility today…
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About those two guarantees in the world: death and taxes
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – If the federal government were any private organization, it would be totally bankrupt. In fact, the only reason the United States isn’t bankrupt is because people around the world still think we will pay our bills. Yet with interest on the debt each year exceeding what we pay for the Defense Department, how long can that last? …
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Los Angelenos would rather be servants than masters
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – And if you thought New York City electing a socialist mayor was an aberration, look to Los Angeles. Not only is the socialist candidate doing well, but a recent poll shows almost half of those polled wanted a socialist in charge. I guess freedom is just too much work, and Los Angelenos would rather be servants than masters…
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Making my head explode
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Are there things that drive you nuts? Things people say or do that drive you nuts? I know I have some pet peeves that are so annoying to me, I think my head is going to explode! Take the birthright citizenship question recently heard at the Supreme Court. Every journalist, commentator, and pundit I’ve heard talk about the case says that…
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Finding ethics in Washington
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – I explore how ethics shape public life, from Congress to elections and policy decisions. I examine recent investigations, alleged violations, and questions surrounding accountability. These examples reveal growing concerns about integrity, transparency, and trust in institutions, prompting reflection on whether ethical standards are upheld or increasingly challenged in today’s political…
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Another game of playing chicken
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Just look at the game of chicken that members of Congress have been playing with DHS funding for the past month and a half. However, unlike with cars, it’s not the politicians who are suffering the consequences, but the American people. Then there are the cities that keep playing chicken with the violent protesters. Especially when politicians refuse…
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When the lines blur on freedom of speech and press
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The first five words of the First Amendment are, “Congress shall make no law…”, that means that the First Amendment only applies to the federal government. And no, contrary to what the Supreme Court has said, the Fourteenth Amendment did not rewrite the First. So if freedom of speech and press are so important, what are we doing to…
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