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Why I support policies, not people
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – In today’s polarized world, it’s common to be defined by the groups we support. I choose not to back any political figure or organization. Instead, I support policies that align with my beliefs. This approach ensures I stay true to myself and avoid being boxed into predefined labels. It’s challenging but essential for genuine freedom.
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Congress trying to look like it’s cleaning house
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – We’ve all done it. We “cleaned” by sweeping the dirt under the carpet, throwing the dirty laundry in the closet, and the dirty dishes in the oven. We call it “cleaning,” but all we’re really doing is hiding the dirt. It should surprise no one that Congress does the same thing. I don’t mean to say that Congress is actually putting dirty dishes in the oven, but that they’re hiding their failures by…
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How a constitutional scholar reacts to an assassination attempt
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The recent assassination attempt on a presidential candidate brings to mind historic events like the shootings of President Reagan and Robert Kennedy. As a constitutional scholar, I emphasize the need for rational responses over heated rhetoric. Our reactions will shape the future, urging us to seek facts and maintain a balanced perspective for the sake of our republic.
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The truth which shall not be spoken
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – In today’s political landscape, both Democrats and Republicans believe only they can legitimately win the Presidency. This belief marginalizes third-party candidates, who are systematically excluded from the process. The election system is controlled by the two major parties, limiting voter choice and perpetuating a cycle of despotism warned about by George Washington. I challenge this status quo.
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Confronting federal power
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Charles Schumer warns Donald Trump, “You take on the intelligence community — they have six ways from Sunday at getting back at you.” This notion fuels a widespread belief that you don’t mess with federal power. Yet, we, the people, can stand up against federal overreach with education, preparation, and fortitude, reclaiming our constitutional rights.
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Interesting times
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – “May you live in interesting times” is an ancient Chinese curse that feels all too real today. With the 2024 election, Supreme Court decisions, and debates on Presidential Immunity and gun rights, we’re navigating turbulent waters. If we can keep our heads amid the chaos, we might preserve the liberty entrusted to us.
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Who is tasked with keeping government within its limitations?
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The Constitution establishes a central government with limited powers, but it’s We the People who must enforce those limits. Today, Congress, the Executive Branch, and the courts overreach their authority. This illusion of power crumbles when exposed. Recent Supreme Court decisions highlight this overreach. Will we, like Dorothy and her friends, peek behind the curtain and reclaim our power?
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Pride cometh before the fall
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Pride is one of the seven deadly sins. So why do we celebrate pride every year? Specifically, the month of June has been designated as the time to take pride in perversion and pornography. It’s not just the pornographic parades held around the country but the constant pressure to get people to both acknowledge and endorse these “lifestyles.” As one commentator asked, “Is This the Summer That Humbled Gay Pride?”
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