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Peter Serefine
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The Federalist and Anti-Federalist Agreement on Limited Government
Both Federalists and Anti-Federalists agreed: the federal government must be limited to the enumerated powers in the Constitution.
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Peter Serefine
Dec 113 min read
The Founders’ Vision: Why Federal Regulatory Power Risks Tyranny
The Constitution of the United States is a remarkable document, meticulously crafted to prevent the concentration of power ...
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Peter Serefine
Nov 205 min read
Embracing the Nebraska Method: A Path to a More Inclusive Electoral Process
The Nebraska method offers a fairer path to an inclusive democracy, empowering every vote and ensuring diverse political representation.
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Peter Serefine
Nov 134 min read
Above Politics: Madison’s Constitutional Stand Against the Bonus Bill of 1817
Madison chose constitutional fidelity over politics, proving that true leadership means honoring limits—even when inconvenient.
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Peter Serefine
Nov 56 min read
The Misplaced Focus on the Presidency: The Constitutional Role of the Executive Branch
The president’s primary role is to enforce laws passed by Congress, not to create or selectively apply them.
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Peter Serefine
Oct 302 min read
Federalism: A Forgotten Safeguard?
the federal government’s powers were to be "few and defined," while state powers would be "numerous and indefinite."
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Peter Serefine
Oct 202 min read
Why Separation of Powers is Essential
"Ambition must be made to counteract ambition." – James Madison, Federalist No. 51, on why separation of powers is vital to prevent tyranny.
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Peter Serefine
Oct 202 min read
Original Intent of the Commerce Clause
Commerce was primarily about trade—the buying and selling of goods—not controlling every economic activity or regulating businesses
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Peter Serefine
Oct 203 min read
The General Welfare Clause: Misused and Abused
Over the years, the General Welfare Clause has been stretched far beyond its original meaning. It has been used to justify...
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Peter Serefine
Oct 152 min read
The Tenth Amendment: The Forgotten Limit
"The powers granted to the federal government are 'few and defined,' while those remaining with the states are 'numerous and indefinite.'"
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Peter Serefine
Oct 143 min read
The Bill of Rights: A Shield Against Tyranny
The Bill of Rights was written as a safeguard against tyranny, standing between us and the overreach of power.
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Peter Serefine
Oct 133 min read
Consolidating Liberty Lighthouse: Tools, Resources, and a New Path to Constitutional Education
I’m excited to announce that we are in the process of consolidating all of our content, tools, and resources under one platform
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