Constitution on Townhall

Parting Company Wed Nov 28

Walter E. Williams

For decades, it has been obvious that there are irreconcilable differences between Americans who want to control the lives of others and those who wish to be left alone. Which is the more peaceful solution: Americans using the brute force of government to beat liberty-minded people into submission or simply parting company? In a marriage, where vows are ignored and broken, divorce is the most peaceful solution. Similarly, our constitutional and human rights have been increasingly violated by a government instituted to protect them. Americans who support constitutional abrogation have no intention of mending their ways. ... more
Ukraine leader signs law to change constitution via referendum Tue Nov 27

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Here's Your Republican Rehab Kit Mon Nov 26

John Andrews

Show me a sore loser, and I’ll show you a loser. This has rung in my ears since the election, as I listened to some fellow Republicans and conservatives weeping, whining, and caterwauling. Not to mention griping, blaming, and sulking. Enough already. ... more
Egypt's Mursi shields assembly writing constitution Thu Nov 22

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Democracy and Majority Rule Wed Nov 21

Walter E. Williams

President Barack Obama narrowly defeated Gov. Mitt Romney in the popular vote 51 percent to 48 percent. In the all-important Electoral College, the difference was larger, with Obama winning 303 electoral votes and Romney 206. Let's not think so much about the election's outcome but instead ask: What's so good about democracy and majority rule? ... more
Egypt liberals quit assembly drafting constitution Sun Nov 18

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Maybe We Really Can’t All Just Get Along Sun Nov 18

Derek Hunter

During the Los Angeles riots of 1992, Rodney King famously asked, “Can’t we all just get along?” The answer should be an easy and unequivocal “yes,” but it seems less and less likely these days. ... more
Rand Paul: We All Owe a “Debt of Gratitude to my Father, the Champion of Liberty” Sat Nov 17

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Islamists protest for sharia as Egypt debates constitution Fri Nov 9

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Egypt's constitution makers may struggle to meet deadline Wed Nov 7

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New pope says Egypt's constitution must be inclusive Mon Nov 5

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You're Fired! Fri Nov 2

Oliver North

When Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Robert Livingston and Roger Sherman sat down to draft the Declaration of Independence, they began with a "Bill of Particulars" against King George III. They accused the monarch of "repeated injuries and usurpations, all having in direct object the establishment of an absolute Tyranny over these States." Now, 236 years later, "We the People" are about to decide whom we should hire as our chief executive and commander in chief. It's an appropriate time to review the grievances of our Founding Fathers -- and examine the offenses committed by our present head of state. ... more
Pick Your Constitutional Poison: Obama and Romney Share a Disdain for Civil Liberties Wed Oct 31

Jacob Sullum

During the final presidential debate, the moderator asked Mitt Romney about President Obama's policy of killing suspected terrorists, including U.S. citizens, with missiles fired from unmanned aircraft. "I believe we should use any and all means necessary to take out people who pose a threat to us and our friends around the world," Romney replied. "I support that entirely." ... more
Alabama to vote on removing racist words from constitution Fri Oct 26

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Michigan considers locking clean energy mandate in constitution Tue Oct 23

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Egypt ruling allows time for constitution Tue Oct 23

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Egyptian constitution case sent to higher court Tue Oct 23

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Egypt constitution case sent to higher court, may be delayed Mon Oct 22

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Zimbabwe's Mugabe, Tsvangirai in push for new constitution Mon Oct 22

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Judge in 9/11 case weighs whether Constitution applies at Guantanamo Thu Oct 18

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Abortion and the Conscience of a Nation Sat Oct 13

Steve Deace

Imagine for a moment that your home is invaded by thugs who will do harm to your family, or perhaps even kill them. But then one of them takes a look at your three children and offers you a sinister Faustian bargain: pick one to die and the others will be allowed to live. ... more
Alex Karras, RIP Sat Oct 13

Mark W. Hendrickson

Alex Karras, the former Detroit Lions All-Pro defensive tackle and later a successful actor, died on October 10. I have vivid memories of him before he ever gained immortality as “Mongo” in “Blazing Saddles” or as the stepdad of “Webster.” ... more
Draft Egypt constitution curbs president's powers Wed Oct 10

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A Modest Proposal Wed Oct 10

Walter E. Williams

California was once the land of opportunity, but it is going down the tubes. Several of California's prominent cities have declared bankruptcy, such as Vallejo, Stockton, Mammoth Lakes and San Bernardino. Others are on the precipice, and that includes Los Angeles, California's largest city. California's 2012 budget deficit is expected to top $28 billion, and its state debt is $618 billion. That's more than twice the size of New York's state debt, which itself is the second-highest in the nation. ... more
Our Last Chance to Protect First Freedoms? (It’s Not the Economy, Stupid!) Tue Oct 9

Paul Rondeau

Let me commit political heresy in this presidential election year: It’s not the economy, stupid! Our first freedoms—those freedoms enumerated in the First Amendment—are being recklessly discarded by the ruling class in favor of government ideology. It seems that America’s citizenry has become so numb to outrageous political acts that even trampling our constitutional rights barely raises an eyebrow. ... more
U.S.-based rights group says draft Egypt constitution flawed Mon Oct 8

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