“Let no more be heard of confidence in man, but bind him down from mischief by the chains of the Constitution.”
—Thomas Jeffer... read full description
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Jul 26, 2011
This book is scarier than a mystery novel! Jefferson warned that the Roman Republic fell when the ruling class began to ignore the Constitution. If anyone listened to him then they aren't now.
Over time the Constitution has been abused by every branch of the government. By the Executive which has applied it's 'privilege' and 'order' to skirt it, by Congress who feels that all they require is the will do do something and get away with it because they can, and by the Judicial which legislates from More...
Over time the Constitution has been abused by every branch of the government. By the Executive which has applied it's 'privilege' and 'order' to skirt it, by Congress who feels that all they require is the will do do something and get away with it because they can, and by the Judicial which legislates from More...
Aug 21, 2009
David
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Good stuff, although he should have gone further back and included Lincoln. Covers FDR's gold seizure, several illegal wars declared by presidents, warrantless wiretapping, Wilson's suppression of opinions against WWI, Truman's seizure of the steel mills, infringement on states' rights, forced busing, unconstitutional improvements including roads and bridges to nowhere, banning prayer from public schools, the draft, medical marijuana, and other tramplings of the Constitution (especially with war
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Jan 05, 2011
Tony
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Maybe, just maybe, our media and consumerist/gadget obsessions distract us just enough from caring about the consequences of what the federal government and moneyed interests have come to perfect in our absence of mindfulness: running roughshod over the country's freedoms and the ideals at their foundation. And maybe we need to dial back our perception of "consumerism" as freedom and think pointedly about what exists in the absence of distractions.
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Oct 31, 2008
Andy
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Unlike many books on the U.S. political scene right now, a very balanced and fair appraisal of the State of the Union, with respect to following the Constitution. General impression is that no Party is doing a good job of respecting the Constitution.
Republicans have George Bush with his view of an aggressive executive branch.
Democrats have FDR, with his view of unlimited National government.
Presidents seem to all seek more power than they are allowed.
Congresses all seek m More...
Republicans have George Bush with his view of an aggressive executive branch.
Democrats have FDR, with his view of unlimited National government.
Presidents seem to all seek more power than they are allowed.
Congresses all seek m More...
Jul 21, 2009
John
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This is another book in the same vein as Constitutional Chaos, A Nation of Sheep, and The Politically Incorrect Guide to the Constitution. It is a worthy addition to these books, covering some new ground. Woods and Gutzman review twelve different points in American history that we collectively put nails into the coffin of the U.S. Constitution.
The Constitution is clearly dead, as they both argue and there is no easy path to resuscitate it. We are a lawless nation, governed by th More...
The Constitution is clearly dead, as they both argue and there is no easy path to resuscitate it. We are a lawless nation, governed by th More...
May 11, 2009
Tami
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This book was a little over my head intellectually, but I skimmed it and got the basic message of what the author is saying. I enjoyed it and learned alot! I realize have lived so many years in plain ignorance to politics. I have more love and reverence for the Constitution and for our Founding Fathers than ever before.
Mar 20, 2009
Dave
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A very interesting look at how Republicans, Democrats, liberals, and conservatives in the Legislative, Executive, and Judicial branches have trampled and disregarded the Constitution of the US.
Jan 06, 2010
Brent
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Every American should take the time to read this book to understand what has happened to our so-called republican (federal) form of government. Eye-opening.
Sep 23, 2010
Who Killed the Constitution?: The Fate of American Liberty from World War I to George W. Bush by Thomas E. Woods Jr. (2008)
Mar 01, 2010
Kevin
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This book gave a good explanation of the twisted justifications our federal government has made to increase it's power.
Mar 29, 2010
Andy
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Very Interesting examples. Would have rated it higher, but some chapters were a bit dry.
Apr 25, 2009
David
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An excellent review of 12 different "cases" where the federal government /way/ overstepped their constitutional authority in the last 100 years or so. Very easy to read.
Oct 11, 2011
Mike
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A little one sided at times it still is an informative read. Also contains a copy of the constitution which everyone should read.
Aug 30, 2009
A recommendation from Robby. Well-written and provocative. Builds awareness of how long and in how many different settings the Constitution has been completely set aside in favor of whoever was in power making a grab to extend their reach. Includes the entire text of the Constitution, Bill of Rights and additional amendments.
Sep 01, 2008
Lent from a hallmate in college. Enjoying the historical process of how our country has shifted politically. Although can be tiring at times, great analysis so far.
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