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America’s [presidents] got talent

Posted 8 hours, 9 minutes ago.

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Here’s another addition we’d love to see on “America’s Got Talent”: U.S. presidents. Although the historical presidents might be tricky, here are five presidents that should be at the top of the audition list. Continue Reading

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The Constitution This Week: Gay marriage, treason, and Facebook “likes”

Posted 5 days, 5 hours ago.

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Here’s a brief look at the top constitutional news stories and commentaries from this week: Obama’s support of gay marriage, a Romney supporter’s call for treason, and a ruling about free speech and Facebook “liking.” Continue Reading

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Constitution Check: Has the president endorsed a constitutional right to same-sex marriage?

Posted 5 days, 7 hours ago.

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Did President Obama endorse a Constitutional right to same-sex marriage? Constitutional expert Lyle Denniston looks at four ways the president could endorse the legal right of same-sex couples to enter civil marriage that could apply to all states – if he chose to do so. Continue Reading

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Constitution Check: How transparent is the legal basis for drone strikes?

Posted 6 days, 11 hours ago.

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The Obama Administration says lethal drone strikes on terrorism suspects are in full accordance with the law. But should it engage in more public discussion on the constitutional justification for such a policy? Continue Reading

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Obama supports same-sex marriage

Posted 7 days ago.

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On Wednesday, President Barack Obama told ABC News he supports same-sex marriages, but where does Congress currently stand on a constitutional amendment to ban such marriages nationally? Continue Reading

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