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Posts Tagged ‘rights’

  • How the Constitution Makes News

    Posted September 17th, 2009 at 4:37pm in First Principles 5

    When was the last time a journalist asked a question about federalism in a presidential debate? Answer: 1960. The American news media, much like American politicians, are less and less attuned to what the Constitution actually says and more and more focused on the often vague notion of “rights.” News reporters, editors and producers are quick to [...] More

  • It’s Not All About ‘Rights’

    Posted December 15th, 2008 at 12:56pm in First Principles 1

    Just in time for today’s recognition of Bill of Rights Day, the anonymous scribe within The Heritage Foundation – self-identified only as ”A Conservative” — pushed the send button on a fifth electronic circular under the nameplate “New Common Sense.” The e-circular, which bears the headline “The Constitution Protects Us Too,” reads as follows: On Dec. 15, 1791, the first 10 [...] More

  • ‘Independence Forever’

    Posted July 3rd, 2008 at 11:26am in First Principles 9

    The 4th of July is no ordinary holiday. As we travel and spend time with our families this weekend, we must take a few moments to reflect on the meaning of our Declaration of Independence, and its ongoing significance in light of our nation’s current struggles. The resolution to declare independence from Great Britain was actually [...] More