The Pastness of the Past
For Gordon Wood, no era has a monopoly on truth. Truth is merely the epiphenomenon of the era that produced it.
constitution
Correspondence Winter 2021/22
The Eastman Memos; Secular America?; Patrick J. Garrity, RIP
The Carrot and the Stick
Americans have sold their constitutional heritage, submitting to rights violations and the undermining of basic political structures in return for money.
Coping with the 14th Amendment
Changing theories of constitutional interpretation have prompted a reconsideration of the 14th Amendment.
Originalism Is Not Enough
Many judges simply begin with their own sense of what the right outcome should be and use constitutional clauses or commentaries as cover for their judgments.
A Critique of the Eastman Memos
Joseph M. Bessette examines John Eastman’s post-election memoranda.
The Genius of American Oligarchy
John C. Calhoun’s influence on the growth and future shape of the United States was immense.
The Making of the Administrative State
The Progressives bequeathed us a regime without legitimacy.
Getting Rights Wrong
“Rational basis review” is a terrible way to determine our liberties.
Packing the Court
The politics of judicial appointments.
House Divided
Charles R. Kesler's new book brings together the classical beginnings of the study of politics with the story of our nation in thought and deed.
The Law That Ate the Constitution
The United States now has two constitutions. Which of the two constitutions shall prevail?