Paul Ryan: Restoring the Rule of Law
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Paul Ryan, with a very, very good speech on the importance of the Constitution and on the primacy of the rule of law, in our political and economic system.
Usually, our defense of the Constitution is presented as a defense of America’s founding principles and values, and rightfully so. But our constitutional system is …
No “Fundamental Right” to Own a Cow, or Consume Its Milk
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Wisconsin Judge Patrick J. Fiedler, on your fundamental rights.
“This court is unwilling to declare that there is a fundamental right to consume the food of one’s choice without first being presented with significantly more developed arguments on both sides of the issue.”
“no, Plaintiffs to not have a fundamental right …
The "bank tax" is unconstitutional and illegal
I listen to the President’s Weekly Radio Address every week. It’s usually a painful process, since I almost always disagree with the President. (That’s been true for both President Bush and President Obama, in case you’re wondering.)
Last week’s address was particularly painful. It was almost scary to listen to. The President spoke quite passionately about …
Justice Thomas on the Constitution
Last week, Justice Clarence Thomas spoke on the Constitution. Here are part of his remarks. How to Read the Constitution – WSJ.com
As I have traveled across the country, I have been astounded just how many of our fellow citizens feel strongly about their constitutional rights but have no idea what they are, or for that …
Fact Checking the Supreme Court
Apparently, Justices no longer have to fact check their Supreme Court opinions or dissents. Justice Stevens’ dissent had two rather major errors:
Comment on to previous post points out at p.2 of the Stevens dissent he refers to NFA and US v. Miller: ”Upholding a conviction under that Act, this Court held that…” …
Can Anyone Ban Handguns?
The Heller decision was a big win for the 2nd Amendment: it established that citizens do have a right to own guns. Unfortunately, that decision only applies to the federal government. What about the states? It will take a new court case — and a new decision — to establish whether or not the 2nd …
Thinking About Patriotism
Over at Winds of Change, the Armed Liberal posts some reflections on patriotism. What does it mean in a post-modern world? Is it worthwhile? Is it distinguishable from mere nationalism? What does American patriotism mean, in a nation that has been formed from one ethnicity after another (and continues to be reformed and remodeled each …