More evidence of the perpetual campaigner's perpetual abuse of power.   Read the rest of this entry »

In light of all of the racially incendiary “reportage” of a media elite bent on creating a narrative to fit their agenda (regardless of whatever the facts are), it seems appropriate to go beyond the murky circumstances surrounding the death of Trayvon Martin.   Read the rest of this entry »

It is a huge assumption that the government will never claim responsibilities only tenuously related to its enumerated powers. The federal government has embraced countless responsibilities never intended by the Framers. In this, those responsible for its extension, have followed Hamilton almost to the letter. In the context of the times, persuading the states to ratify and accord the federal government the authority it needed to pay its debts and keep the states from squabbling was crucial. In the context of our time, his arguments seem dangerously broad.   Read the rest of this entry »

Many in America are falling prey to the same lies that ensnared early 20th century Europe. The weak point in our system of government is that it requires a base level of understanding of the principles of sound economics. Those who advocate class warfare, and mass unionization of industry are successful only because of a declining understanding on the part of the masses they manipulate. Ludwig von Mises' Omnipotent Government helps readers maintain that understanding.   Read the rest of this entry »

The man who became our first president was chosen because of his reputation as a patriot and a man of good character. To choose the 45th president in 2012, we need to cast our votes for someone whose character is known and whose commitment to the principles for which Washington fought and by which he governed are established beyond doubt.   Read the rest of this entry »

The most recent double issue of the Claremont Review of Books contains an interesting essay by Richard Samuelson entitled Jefferson, Adams, and the American Future. It is adapted from a lecture by the author about these two unlikely friends.   Read the rest of this entry »

This new documentary on Alexander Hamilton was full of missed opportunities. While there were some interesting bits and even some thoughtful insights, the producers tried too hard and many of the scenes felt utterly contrived.   Read the rest of this entry »

Hezekiah Niles lived in a more innocent age. Yet, he saw the need to keep the ideals expressed in the Declaration of Independence always before the people. Much has changed since the Niles Register was published, but not that.   Read the rest of this entry »

An interesting correspondence between Thomas Jefferson and a friend includes a warning and a message for today.   Read the rest of this entry »

An old letter filled with clues leads Martin on a merry chase through history and yields some pretty surprising discoveries.   Read the rest of this entry »