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Why We Must Preserve the Electoral College, part 1 of 2

Published on February 2, 2020 By sirrahc

Why not a national popular vote for president? That’s the question a lot of Americans are asking these days, and it’s the one addressed by Trent England in a speech last April at Hillsdale College.* England is EVP and the David and Ann Brown Distinguished Fellow at the Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs, where he […]

Is Cruz Eligible to be President?

Published on November 29, 2015 By sirrahc

“I believe Ted Cruz is the candidate that’s the answer to my prayers, a candidate whom God will use to restore the soul of America.” — Rep. Steve King (R-IA) For several weeks now, Ted Cruz has been my favorite among the Republican presidential primary candidates. (Although, I really like(d) Bobby Jindal, too, but he […]

Executive Authority vs. Executive Privilege

Published on June 28, 2015 By sirrahc

“We’re not just going to be waiting for legislation in order to make sure that we’re providing Americans the kind of help they need. I’ve got a pen and I’ve got a phone.” — President Obama, not-so-subtly implying that he’ll do whatever he can to advance his agenda As you may have noticed, the current […]

To Impeach or Not to Impeach, part 1

Published on September 7, 2014 By sirrahc

“The President, Vice President and all civil Officers of the United States, shall be removed from Office on Impeachment for, and Conviction of, Treason, Bribery, or other high Crimes and Misdemeanors.” — U.S. Constitution, Article II, Section 4 Should President Barack Obama be impeached? A lot of people seem to think so. There have been […]