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Government’s legitimate power
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Governments derive their authority from the consent of the governed. When they exceed their delegated powers, citizens must resist. John Jay urged diligent study of the U.S. Constitution to understand and defend rights. By educating ourselves, teaching future generations, fostering civic responsibility, we empower collective action against unlawful government overreach.
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Do judges exceed power in finance and immigration cases?
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – At the federal level, regulations governing finances and immigration often clash with constitutional law. Judicial interpretations can extend beyond delegated powers, raising questions of legality. By examining the U.S. Constitution’s limits on legislative and judicial authority, we can determine whether these rules and court decisions respect the basic constitutional framework
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Understanding how the income tax came to America
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Back in 1913, when the states ratified the Sixteenth Amendment, they fundamentally changed the relationship between the federal government and the American people, and it’s more than just one day of strife. So, while you go around complaining about paying your taxes and the “Infernal Revenue Service,” let’s take some time and consider why we…
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It’s not over until SCOTUS sings
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – We’ve seen several instances where U.S. District Court judges have issued decisions, injunctions, and temporary restraining orders to try to stop the Trump Administration from advancing its agenda. Regardless of whether or not you like the actions taken, the real questions we should be asking are: Is this within the jurisdiction of those judges, and are they…
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Are we failing to teach freedom to the next generation?
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Ronald Reagan warned that freedom is always one generation away from extinction. Today, we see a decline in the teaching and defense of liberty, especially among the youth. As support for free speech weakens in America and worldwide, the responsibility to uphold constitutional values and educate future generations has never been more urgent. What are you doing about it?
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Lawsuits for fun and profit
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Lawsuits are everywhere, and I can’t help but notice how quickly disagreements turn into legal battles. While some seek justice, many are driven by power, position, or pure profit. I take a closer look at what’s really motivating these cases and question whether our legal system serves fairness—or simply fuels a culture obsessed with money.
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What’s going on in the States?
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – If people can get you to focus on one thing, they can infringe on your rights somewhere else. For example, why do you think so many people are trying to get you to focus on what’s going on in Washington, D.C.? Do you think it’s because that’s where all of the infringements on your rights come from? Not hardly…
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Why failed government programs never seem to end
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Ronald Reagan once said government programs are eternal—and he might’ve been right. From COVID-era spending that refuses to die, to unconstitutional policies and illegal immigration programs that persist, this piece explores why bureaucracy never seems to end. The solution? A better-informed public ready to hold government accountable through the power of the Constitution and civic engagement.
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