Restoring Limited Constitutional Government Starts with Congress
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With the 112th Congress now in session, the Constitution is finding new respect on Capitol Hill. It started during the campaign, thanks to pressure from the Tea Party. It was reflected when members in the House read the Constitution aloud on their first full day in session. And it should continue as House members are required to cite specific constitutional authority when they introduce bills. But restoring limited constitutional government will require more than simply “checking the box” — it will require a solid understanding of the document and an ability to withstand the ever‐present pressure to abandon principle in favor of short‐term gain. Please join us for a detailed discussion of how constitutional principle and practice go together.
