The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Seeing is believing, right? Not according to many in the corporate media or politicians. They keep telling us to ignore our “lying eyes” and believe what they say. This is why the first founding principle of The Constitution Study is, “It’s only an opinion unless there’s proof.” So, when multiple “news” outlets claim the riots in LA are just “peaceful protests” or...
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Did the people of Newark consent to a mayor who tried to illegally enter an ICE facility? Do the people of Maine consent to their legislators trying to pass a “red flag” law? Do the people of Texas and Tennessee consent to what’s being taught in the taxpayer-funded universities? If the just powers of government are limited to our consent...
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – LA Mayor Bass and other officials initially denied the assistance of LAPD, forcing ICE to call on the FBI for assistance. As the riots grew, President Donald Trump sent in the National Guard, which only made Governor Newsom mad. Night after night, the rioting and burning continue. What does this say about the citizens of LA...
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Exploring recent Supreme Court decisions on Maryland and Rhode Island gun regulations, this piece examines dissenting opinions by Justices Kavanaugh and Thomas that challenge lower court reasoning and question adherence to the Supremacy Clause. It also delves into federal clashes with sanctuary cities over illegal immigrant policies, highlighting constitutional tensions shaping...
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – While the times have been interesting, they are also becoming dangerous, not from some Hitleresque tyrant in the Oval Office, but from those who are afraid of him. Today, the times are not just interesting, but dangerous. The danger isn’t coming from some tyrant in D.C., but from those whose fear of them goes beyond the irrational...
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – With everyone focused on what Donald Trump or the federal courts will do next, it’s easy to forget that our states have governments, and what they do can have even more impact on our lives than the Feds. If we are to be constitutionally sound citizens, we need to keep an eye on our state and local governments as much, if not more, than...
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Federal government has exceeded its constitutional limits, assuming powers not delegated such as regulating healthcare and influencing elections. Agencies like the FDA and CDC operate beyond original intent, and states rely on federal funds while ceding authority. Recent excessive loans, grants, and continued executive overreach reveal significant moral and financial costs of unchecked...
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Our collective ignorance costs not just money but liberties. Unnecessary Texas constitutional amendments, New York’s dispute with federal over road control, and compulsory union fees illustrate how federal overreach infringes individual rights. Powers assumed by Washington exceed consent, robbing citizens of freedoms. Recognizing these hidden costs is crucial to protect liberty and hold...
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Donald Trump’s “Swamp” refers to federal bureaucracy, but a deeper “Legal Swamp” entangles Americans daily. Bureaucrats draft quasi-laws, judges enforce them, lawyers exploit them, and legal system insiders pervert justice. This insidious network far exceeds the D.C. Swamp’s reach, subverting law and fairness while impacting lives through unchecked regulatory and judicial power...
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The one thing most Americans don’t consider is who is responsible? Who is supposed to keep the cost of government both reasonable and legal? Who’s responsible for keeping the federal government within its legally enumerated powers? Why Congress, of course...
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – As the end of another Supreme Court term approaches, we’re seeing some of the more important decisions being published. This should continue through the end of June, when the justices go on vacation. As we examine these decisions, I hope to see a pattern emerge that will restore the...
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Few issues inflame the public more than government overreach and opaque federal maneuvers. While frustration at bureaucratic power is nothing new, it highlights our collective disengagement. Reflecting on policies that provoke outrage can spark proactive civic involvement. By examining federal actions that rile us and exploring avenues for change, we reclaim our role in democracy.
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – I often examine how white lies, secrets, and political maneuvers fail to yield lasting positive outcomes. Hatred and resentment morph into threats, violence, and even terror attacks. When we employ evil methods believing noble goals justify wrongdoing, we instead perpetuate harm, inevitably fueling more destructive ends and revealing that means corrupt the outcomes we seek.
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – With over 40 nationwide injunctions issued since Trump took office, many people are looking to the Supreme Court to help clean up this mess. The idea of these nationwide injunctions, along with Birthright citizenship, was the topic of oral arguments in the recent case United States v. CASA. But that is just one of several recent decisions by the top court in the land...
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Recently, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments involving Trump's birthright citizenship executive order. Do you know the truth behind this idea? Nashville has been dealing with ICE raids, collecting almost 200 illegal aliens. Are you aware of the facts behind these raids, and what those who are challenging them appear to actually be supporting?
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Satirical hypocrisy abounds as critics condemn alleged insurrection on one hand while defending similar actions by allies. States sue the administration over misappropriated funds. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court weighs challenges to an executive order reinstating vital constitutional language. Such partisan double standards jeopardize civil rights, fundamental liberties, and public trust.
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – I call it a good start. Not that everything they’ve done is constitutional, but what they have done is but a drop in the bucket of what we need to do for us to be the land of the free. It’s not just the executive branch but also those in the legislative branch. And as much as we’ve heard about the judiciary impeding progress, there are cases where the courts have...
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Some have warned Donald Trump might wield unchecked power. From alleged suspension of habeas corpus to executive directives on drug pricing and gifting Qatar a 747, rumors swirl. Examining original documents helps separate fact from fiction, revealing whether his actions reflect monarchic authority or standard presidential overreach and rigorous analysis.
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – What happens when governments get involved in things they have not been delegated the power to regulate? Or when those elected officials think that gives them an all-access pass for political demonstration, like this video post. When you or I lose the plot, we may embarrass ourselves. However, when government actors lose their way, our rights are in jeopardy...
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – If you’ve followed the news out of Washington, D.C. lately, you could almost forget there are three branches of government. That is how focused the media has been on the fight between the president and the federal judiciary. Have you ever considered what you can do about “rogue” judges?
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Take, for example, Rep. Elise Stefanik. Once again, she is conducting “struggle sessions,” just like those held in Mao’s China during the Cultural Revolution, only this time in the United States House of Representatives. She thinks it's Congress’s job to silence antisemitism in our colleges and universities, and I have the proof, in her own words...
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Seeking redress for a grievance implies pursuing compensation for a wrong. Protected by the First Amendment and state constitutions, this right can be manipulated for political agendas. When lawsuits serve politics rather than justice, they undermine constitutional principles. I examine recent cases to determine whether plaintiffs pursue redress or leverage legal processes for gain.
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Regulations and bureaucratic overreach often predate taxation, imposing significant hidden costs on our paychecks and rights. From Washington, D.C. to state capitals, waves of officers and endless rules erode individual liberty and economic vitality. Examining the historical and contemporary legal impact of federal and state mandates reveals how government intrusion can sap local community substance.
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Without truth, how do we know what is? If each of us has our own “truth,” then nothing can be true. And without that truth, there can be no such thing as justice. Justice is seeking to give everyone what is due. But how can we know what people are due without knowing the truth about our history and what happened?
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – This piece examines elected officials’ oath to the Constitution and the alarming gaps in civic education that leave many unaware of their duties. It explores recent examples of oath violations, questions accountability measures, and proposes practical steps to ensure public servants firmly uphold the fundamental law they pledged to support.
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – I challenge parents to examine their passions and priorities. I warn that hatred of opponents fuels violence and crimes at the expense of children’s futures. I question whether political devotion overshadows parental love and urge unity over division. I appeal for prioritizing our children’s well-being above party agendas right now today. I urge immediate action to protect our children’s futures.
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – I explore how well-intentioned government interventions frequently exacerbate problems instead of solving them. Millions still entrust officials with their lives and livelihoods, expecting relief. From regulatory overreach to unrestrained bureaucracy, I reveal the serious hidden dangers of centralized power. It’s time to question the true cost of handing authority to those who claim to help.
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Explore the erosion of American essential freedoms in exchange for promised security, from Franklin’s warning to post-9/11 measures like the TSA and Patriot Act. Discover how federal intrusion into local policing, pervasive surveillance, and sacrifice of individual privacy reflect public demand for protection—and question whether such trade-offs truly preserve liberty.
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – I explore the shocking case in Wisconsin where a county judge faces FBI arrest for obstructing justice by aiding a federal felon’s escape from her own courthouse. I question what drives this bizarre behavior and reflect on the power of a verbal “whooping” in today’s society. This tale highlights legal chaos and community disbelief. I write with candid honesty daily.
The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Checks and balances rely on friction among branches of government. From judicial pushback to executive oversight, constitutional accountability demands robust challenges. When legislatures, executives, and courts clash, we witness governance principles in action. Citizens must scrutinize these confrontations to ensure each branch upholds the rule of law and...
