In what some are calling a blow to the electoral college, the decision in Chiafolo v. Washington actually strengthens state sovereignty, the core of why we have an electoral college.
Link: The Culture War and Federalism
Federalism is one of the few political mechanisms that benefit everyone. All sides of the political divide should be wary of allowing it to become a casualty in the ever-escalating culture war.
Pelosi Continues to Push for Federal Vote-By-Mail Provisions
Nancy Pelosi and her allies want to aid Vote-By-Mail efforts through funding provisions. But such a unitary approach could be self-defeating.
The Danger of Incorporation Doctrine
The benefits of incorporation doctrine in securing rights at the state and local level have unfortunately been accompanied by a steady chipping away of America’s federalist system.
COVID-19 | America, Don’t Fail Each Other
I can’t say for certain who failed us or by how much. But we are still able to make sure that we don’t fail each other.
Link: Federalism and Crisis Government
We must hold sacred the finely tuned checks and balances of federalism. The rights and liberties we are afforded in this country are only as strong as the form of government we have in place that protects those rights and liberties.
My Thoughts On the Anti-Lockdown Protests
The right to peaceably assemble is an indispensable feature of our republic. But protesters in this time of pandemic should do so safely, reasonably, and responsibly, if not for the safety of their community and out of respect for those waging the front-line battle against COVID-19, then at least out of practical concern for the effectiveness of their efforts.
Amash Rumors Were Partially True
Justin Amash announces he has not been actively campaigning for his House seat since February and confirms he has instead been actively considering and preparing for a possible presidential run, confirming that January rumors of an imminent announcement were at least based in some fact.
Episode 4 – #ExGOP
Full transcript of the episode and link for direct download – Justin discusses his decision to leave the GOP in detail while also discussing Trump’s impeachment, the state of the Republican Party, and also briefly addresses the ongoing COVID-19 crisis.
How Should Conservatives React to a $2.2 Trillion Coronavirus Relief Bill?
All told, you are currently indebted over $400,000 to the government. And your liability has only increased now that Congress added another $2,200,000,000,000.00 to the national debt. How should conservatives respond to this?