Don’t Trust Government

How do you trust governments that consistently disregard the Constitution and infringe on individual liberty? You can’t. But it’s important to always remain skeptical of any government - and stand firm in the defense of our Constitution and liberty.

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Franklin’s Finest Phrases

Benjamin Franklin, born on January 17, 1706, was a renowned figure known as "the First American" for his many contributions and accomplishments in various fields. He is widely remembered for his witty and wise quotes, but his legacy also includes insights on government, power, peace, and liberty.

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What Do We Do About It?

They definitely don’t teach this in the government-run schools. The founders told us how to enforce the limits of the constitution when the federal government - whether just one branch or all three - refuses to follow the rules. Learn from Jefferson, Madison, Dickinson, Sherman - and more.

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Destroyer of Liberty: Consolidation

The founders considered consolidation one of the greatest threats to liberty. Both federalist and anti-federalist alike agreed on this political maxim, at least publicly. Their debate was mostly over whether the proposed constitution was creating such a centralized government - including warnings that a tendency towards it would lead to that result in the long run.

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Most of the Federal Administrative State is Unconstitutional

Supporters of the monster state justify most federal power under a twisted version of the commerce clause - claiming the power “to regulate Commerce ... among the several States” gives them power over pretty much anything and everything. But they’re lying.

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3 States vs the ATF “Frame or Receiver” Rule

Arizona, Missouri and Montana prohibit state and local law enforcement from helping the feds enforce various gun control measures, including the new “frame or receiver rule” going after so-called “ghost guns.” This sets a strong foundation for the people in those states to nullify the unconstitutional federal gun control measure in practice and effect.

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