Resistance Is Not Rebellion
Some people think resisting an overreaching government is rebellion. It’s not. It’s a duty. Creators always have the right to limit their own creations. View this post on Instagram A …
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Today in History: Elbridge Gerry Born
On this date in 1744, Elbridge Gerry was born. Gerry was an American revolutionary, and a signer of the Declaration of Independence and the Articles of Confederation. He was also …
NYSRPA v. Bruen on the Merits
Moving beyond the methodological aspects (see here and here), what about the outcome in New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen? Here are some quick thoughts (with apologies to those on both …
No Deal for Gun Control
That’s how the founders responded to the British in 1775. 2 months after Lexington and concord – and the shot heard round the world – General Thomas Gage made an …
Final ATF Rule on “Pistol Braces” Expected in December
Gun control by executive order continues to march forward. The ATF has already issued its final rule on so-called “ghost guns.” It is set to go into effect in August. …
Usurpation Is Theft
Usurpation is the term the founders used when the government goes beyond the limits of the Constitution. But what does this mean? Basically, usurpation is theft. It’s government stealing power …
Constitutional Principle Should Trump Policy Preference
The first question you should ask about any proposal made by any person in the federal government — “Is this authorized by the constitution?” Not, Do I like this policy?” …
Signed as Law: California Provides Some Tax Relief for Marijuana Growers
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (July 8, 2022) – California Gov. Gavin Newsome has signed a bill into law that will provide some tax relief for the state’s marijuana growers. The House Budget …
Feds Accessing Location Data from Millions of People Through Private Brokers
Big Brother is tracking your location with the help of private data brokers. According to a recent report by the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF), data brokers harvest location data from …
Don’t Give in to Fear: Patrick Henry’s Anti-Federalist Speech No. 3
Responding to Federalist claims that rejecting ratification would lead to danger, chaos and potential ruin, Patrick Henry took the other side, “it is the fortune of a free people not …