Tag Archives: The Constitution

The point of a constitution

Posted on January 28, 2021 by Naomi

Somewhere in my files there is a proposed draft constitution for Iraq, composed after Saddam was removed and the country began to reconstruct itself without him. It is a stellar document, inspiring to read. Our Constitution was clearly a model … Continue reading →

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Happy birthday to the 14th Amendment

Posted on July 27, 2018 by Naomi

Historian T.J. Stiles published a thrilling, moving birthday greeting to the 14th Amendment in today’s New York Times. It’s also a biography, a history of the amendment and a dissertation on its meaning and current status. I learned so much … Continue reading →

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Trumptopia and emoluments

Posted on March 29, 2018 by Naomi

Yes, we all knew about emoluments and how they are unacceptable behavior from public servants. Especially presidents. But now, thanks to Trump, we know the emoluments clause, when defied, does not send T-men to drag the offender out of his … Continue reading →

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