1787 Constitutional Convention: Madison and Reverse Nullification
At the Constitutional Convention of 1787, James Madison remarkably supported giving the federal government power to nullify state laws. ...
History
National Gov. vs. Confederation: Did Convention Exceed Its Mandate?
During the first week of deliberations at the Constitutional Convention of 1787, delegates considered the critical issue of the future of the confederation. ...
1787 Constitutional Convention: Why the Secrecy Rule?
Why was the secrecy rule imposed on the delegates attending the Constitutional Convention of 1787? ...
How Can Guthlac’s Belt Restore Liberty?
Just as St. Guthlac used his belt to squeeze demons out of Ecgga, Americans can squeeze consolidation out of the federal government by applying the cinch of the Constitution. ...
Liberty Poles: Symbols of Freedom From Tyranny — Ancient and Modern
On May 21, 1766, the Sons of Liberty erected a liberty pole in New York City celebrating the repeal of the Stamp Act — signals of liberty still exist. ...
Government Agents Attempt to Seize Western Ranches — in 1771
The War of the Regulation was an uprising pitting rural farmers and ranchers against the forces of the colonial government attempting to seize their land. ...
Did James Madison Encourage Abandonment of Christian Religion?
A recent commentary claimed that in his “Memorial and Remonstrance,” James Madison encouraged his fellow citizens to abandon the Christian religion. ...
Does Obama Qualify as a Fascist?
While millions believe President Obama is a fascist, does the term apply to the president? ...
Why Constitutionalists Should Celebrate April 18
On the 239th anniversary of the ride of Paul Revere, we should remember his actions, British actions, and patriots' actions and then consider how America is faring today. ...
Patrick Henry: “Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death!” 239 Years Later
Two hundred and thirty-nine years ago Patrick Henry delivered that famous ultimatum, "Give me liberty or give me death." ...
The Gulf of Tonkin Events: 50 Years Later
The Gulf of Tonkin incident, in which it was claimed two American ships were attacked on the open seas, caused the United States to enter the Vietnam War. But it was...
Aaron Burr: From War Hero to Most Wanted
Wednesday, February 19, is the 207th anniversary of the arrest of Aaron Burr on charges of treason. ...
The Constitution: Beacon of Hope for Restoring the Republic
Despite our decades-long backward slide toward despotism, the Constitution remains intact and provides a beacon of hope for restoring the Republic. ...
Lili Baehr on the History of Movieguide
VIDEO - Lili Baehr, Chief Financial Officer of Movieguide talks about the inception of the review company. ...
FDR vs. Lindbergh: Setting the Record Straight
It’s said that “history” is written by the winners, skewing it one way or another. In recent times, history has been unmade by media — as FDR and Charles Lindbergh exemplify....