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Congress and the President’s Power at Times of War

September 2, 2013 by Michael Streich Leave a Comment

Congress and the PresidentÕs Power at Times of War

Presidents haven’t always needed Congressional approval to involve the US in war, and have found creative ways to get around the Constitution.

Americans Need an Enemy – Common Enemies Have United the Nation Since Independence

July 18, 2013 by Michael Streich Leave a Comment

Americans Need an Enemy Ð Common Enemies Have United the Nation Since Independence

Enemies help unify people and serve to justify often severe and unconditional reactions; the best enemies are the most ruthless, or at least those portrayed as such. From England’s King George III to Osama bin Laden, throughout American history, enemies have brought the nation together.

Treason in America – An Overt Act Giving Aid and Comfort to the Enemy

June 14, 2013 by Michael Streich Leave a Comment

Treason in America Ð An Overt Act Giving Aid and Comfort to the Enemy

Historically, treason was one of the most grievous sins. In Ancient Rome traitors were thrown onto the Tarpeian rock from the Capitoline Hill. In Dante’s Inferno, Brutus and Judas Iscariot occupied the lowest tier of torment.

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