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Are we more than automatons for democracy?

When I shared on social media that my middle son returned from martial arts practice and asked me if I preferred being kicked in the stomach or the crotch a friend humorously commented that it sounded like a “metaphor for American democracy.” Still, given all the political talk and commentary about preserving democracy and its […]

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Quarterly Themes The meaning of federalism and democracy

Voting is failing

In late 2022, the Pew Research Center gave citizens in several countries a multiple-choice survey to ascertain what they believe makes someone a good member of society. The top answer was voting. This was followed by taking steps to reduce climate change, reading political news, getting a COVID vaccine, joining political demonstrations, and going to […]

Quarterly Themes The meaning of federalism and democracy

State constitutions and the protection of rights

Quarterly Themes The meaning of federalism and democracy

Navigating uncharted waters: state officials defying federal rules

Better Government Civic Education Interviews The meaning of federalism and democracy

A democratic education revisited

Quarterly Themes The meaning of federalism and democracy

A look inside the coffin

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Stay informed about efforts to rebuild the proper structures of government and push back on schemes intent on centralizing our American experiment. The enduring principles of our Constitution are simple: Restraints are meant to be placed on the government and not the people.

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Federalism In Action

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Local communities matter and a sense of home is vital for strengthening our Republic.

50 States

What is happening in the states to preserve and expand freedom.

Better Government

Washington is broken and self-government never looked better.

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