Feb 1
Debt-ceiling deal passes despite constitutional concerns
The Senate has approved legislation that extends the nation’s debt ceiling until May, despite some concerns the bill conflicts with the 27th Amendment.
Jan 30
Pennsylvania to fight one of Prohibition’s last battles
The constitutional issue of Prohibition remains alive, in spirit, in Pennsylvania, but the commonwealth’s liquor control system might be under siege from the state’s governor.
Jan 28
Baseball team flunks history with Taft mascot pick
The Washington Nationals might have bitten off more than they can chew by naming William Howard Taft as their next racing mascot.
Jan 28
What happens when Congress passes an unconstitutional law?
The debate over the “No Budget, No Pay” debt-ceiling deal has some people saying the proposed act is unconstitutional because of the 27th Amendment. But what happens if Congress passes a law that can be successfully challenged?
Jan 24
Fascinating facts about Senate filibusters
The filibuster may be one of the biggest issues facing the current Congress, but filibusters aren’t as dull as they seem. In fact, Mae West, Jimmy Stewart, and Aaron Burr are all part of filibuster folklore. In some ways, the filibuster is as significant an issue as gun violence and immigration. That’s because a filibuster… [Continue Reading]
