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Summary: Read it often
Review: About a year ago, I saw a movie called The Revolution Will Not Be Televised. The movie is about President Chavez in Venezuela and the failed coup attempt on his presidency. In the background coverage of his presidency, the filmmakers recounted how as President, he encouraged his citizens to read their brand new constitution and learn it. They interviewed some Venezuelans who did not know to read, but had learned to read by reading their constitution.
I was touched by this, but then I thought "how many Americans can say they've read the Constitution?" My guess is probably not many. And those that have only did it for school and have since forgotten much of what they learned. Personally, I remember having to memorize the Bill of Rights for a class, but that's about it.
So I bought a copy of the Constitution for myself and began reading it.
In a time when Congress is passing legislation that infringes upon the rights guaranteed us by our Constitution, it's important now more than ever that we read and understand it.
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Summary: The most important document ever written
Review: Don't let somebody else tell you what the Constitution says -- read it yourself and know for sure. Beware of self-serving politicos who try to insist that the Constitution says such-and-such when it doesn't. Here it is in black and white.
For all it's influence, it is a remarkably short document; which is impressive when you consider that it contains the entire basis of US representative government. Read it, learn it, and you will come to truly understand the basic principles that are to this day reshaping the world.
The ideas written down by those brilliant men over 200 years ago holds as true today as it did then.
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Summary: A must have for every home.
Review: No home in America is complete with out a copy of these documents. Do your children a favor; turn off the TV and the Cable News editorial talking heads, put away the Bible and read the Constitiution. While it is the most misrepresented document in history; it is the true foundation of our society.
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Summary: Don't leave home without it!
Review: The Cato Institute--a libertarian think-tank in Washington, D.C.--deserves great praise for producing this handy, inexpensive, and durable pocket-sized edition of the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution. Dismayingly few people know the contents of these documents, and those who want to know typically ask for a book to read about them. However, it is far better--and takes less time--to read the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution than to read about them.
The great U.S. Supreme Court Justice Hugo L. Black used to carry a copy of the Constitution everywhere with him in his coat pocket. Thanks to the Cato Institute, everyone else can do the same.
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Summary: These founding documents are like the Bible . . .
Review: These founding documents are like the Bible . . .often quoted, seldom read. In fact it is worse, since they are seldom read, when people quote-unquote "quote" them, they are actually spouting nonsense, as opposed to the political wisdom of the ages.It is... imperative, therefore, that we should become familiar with these two philosophical pillars of political freedom. This book puts these heavenly banners and glorious standards into your hand-the truth is at your fingertips--to check up on the politicians. If they do anything crooked, keep in mind that it is our fault for not being aware and active in stopping them. Don't be intimidated by the language. There is an old saying that Plato is easier to understand the Platonists. The original documents are easier to understand than the snake twisting that many lawyers and fanatics put to the documents. You asre smart enough to decide for yourself.
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Summary: These founding documents are like the Bible . . .
Review: These founding documents are like the Bible . . .often quoted, seldom read. In fact it is worse, since they are seldom read, when people quote-unquote "quote" them, they are actually spouting nonsense, as opposed to the political wisdom of the ages. It is... imperative, therefore, that we should become familiar with these two philosophical pillars of political freedom. This book puts these heavenly banners and glorious standards into your hand-the truth is at your fingertips--to check up on the politicians. If they do anything crooked, keep in mind that it is our fault for not being aware and active in stopping them. Don't be intimidated by the language. There is an old saying that Plato is easier to understand the Platonists. The original documents are easier to understand than the snake twisting that many lawyers and fanatics put to the documents. You asre smart enough to decide for yourself.
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Summary: A Great Copy of a Great Set of Documents!
Review: This is by far the nicest copy of probably the two most important documents of the United States. This nice little compact booklet can go with you everywhere, so whenever you hear some snide, pretentious, know-it-all misquoting one of the listed documents, you can bust this out and prove him/her wrong. Other Great Things About It: Though not mentioned in the title, this booklet also contains all twenty-seven Amendments. Another great thing about this booklet is after you own it, there's a phone number in the back where you can order more copies for only $1! Now you probably noticed I've only really rated the mundane aspects of this book. I honestly don't feel I have to try and sell the actual text contained within; if you're on reading this, you are probably shopping around for a good edition/copy of the documents, not deciding whether or not you actually going to buy the them. All I can say is that this is the best copy, so why waste your time with any other? PS this one has a very nice traditional feel, as well, with the 'leather like' cover and the creamy pages... simply beautiful!
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Summary: Take a Few Hours and Read This
Review: This is the American vision of what government should be. Many people think that America is a democracy but it is actually a constitutional democracy. The Constitution of the United States sets limits to the powers of government in Article 1, Section 8 (pgs 23-5). Outside of these enumerated powers the government has no authority to do anything else.
It really is a beautiful system of government. All law-making powers are vested in the Senate and House of Representatives. However, a president can check their power by vetoing any laws they pass, which they can then override by a 2/3 majority in both houses. The president's function is to "preserve, protect and defend the Constitution" and to the the Commander in Chief of the Army and Navy of the United States. The Supreme Court and other courts oversee the laws passed by the legislature and, I suppose, the actions of the president to make sure that they fall within the bounds set by the Constitution. Congress has the ability to add to the Constitution by passing amendments. And the Bill of Rights lays out a few rights of the people and states that are absolutely not to be infringed upon, though the enumerated powers already limits the power granted to the federal government. Roger Pilon's brief Preface is about as much bang for the word as one could ask for. Check it out!
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Summary: Take a Few Hours and Read This
Review: This is the American vision of what government should be. Many people think that America is a democracy but it is actually a constitutional democracy. The Constitution of the United States sets limits to the powers of government in Article 1, Section 8 (pgs 23-5). Outside of these enumerated powers the government has no authority to do anything else.
It really is a beautiful system of government. All law-making powers are vested in the Senate and House of Representatives. However, a president can check their power by vetoing any laws they pass, which they can then override by a 2/3 majority in both houses. The president's function is to "preserve, protect and defend the Constitution" and to the the Commander in Chief of the Army and Navy of the United States. The Supreme Court and other courts oversee the laws passed by the legislature and, I suppose, the actions of the president to make sure that they fall within the bounds set by the Constitution. Congress has the ability to add to the Constitution by passing amendments. And the Bill of Rights lays out a few rights of the people and states that are absolutely not to be infringed upon, though the enumerated powers already limits the power granted to the federal government.
Roger Pilon's brief Preface is about as much bang for the word as one could ask for. Check it out!
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