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Military Rulemaking – Constitution Article 1 §8.14

ConstitutionArticle 1 §8.14 of the Constitution is about Congress’ rulemaking power for military forces. It’s one of several clauses collectively referred to as “The War Power,” which is a pretty big deal.

Another big deal? Democracy. It seems boring until it falls apart. That’s why I’m studying the Constitution, one clause at a time. I’m up to Article 1 §8.14. Read More

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Maintain a Navy – Constitution Article 1 §8.13

ConstitutionArticle 1 §8.13 of the Constitution is about Congress’ power to maintain a navy. It’s one of several clauses collectively referred to as “The War Power,” which is a pretty big deal.

Another big deal? Democracy. It seems boring until it falls apart. That’s why I’m studying the Constitution, one clause at a time. I’m up to Article 1 §8.13. Read More

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To Raise Armies – Constitution Article 1 §8.12

ConstitutionArticle 1 §8.12 of the Constitution is about Congress’ power to raise armies. Like declaring war, that’s kind of a big deal. It’s tempting to ignore it, but democracy is a big deal. That’s why I’m studying the Constitution, one clause at a time. I’m up to Article 1 §8.12.

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