In essays, Rakove has explored Madison’s conception of the Senate and of majority rule, as expressed in debates at the time.
Founding Fathers articles on Democracy Chronicles
The Founding Fathers were political leaders and statesmen who participated in the American Revolution by signing the Declaration of Independence and establishing the Constitution. Also see our articles on revolutionary Thomas Paine.
LAPD Documents Show What One Social Media Surveillance Firm Promises Police
The services marketed by social media firm Voyager raise concerns about how the use of such products by police threatens rights.
Biden resumes duties after temporary transfer of power to Harris
Vice President Kamala Harris became the acting President for 85 minutes as President Joe Biden underwent medical procedures Friday.
Juneteenth: A Celebration of the Declaration of Independence
Juneteenth is a reminder that we must never give up no matter how tough or trying the times. This year, it is especially important that we all speak up.
Founders Would Support Sweeping National Vote Reforms
The framers would have backed sweeping national election reforms. Madison argued Congress should check states on voting laws.
American Democracy: Three Reasons For Resilience
America’s constitution, the separation of powers and federalism are why American democracy is one of the most resilient in the world.
Impeachment — From the Federalist Papers to the Whistleblower
Michael Berkman and Michael Nelson discuss the constitutional framework for impeachment and what the Framers had in mind when they set it up. They also discuss how impeachment is a unique cooperation between the three branches.
The Disability Party Proposes a Constitutional Amendment
Disability Party believes the Constitution needs to be amended to reform some major problems with the federal courts and federal judges. These problems are being used to block disability rights.
We Are Celebrating Suffragette Susan B. Anthony On President’s Day
National Organization for Women celebrated Susan B. Anthony’s birthday (February 15, 1820) on President’s Day in honor of this advocate of equal rights.
Rights Groups Respond to Supreme Court Decision to Hear Census Case
Lawsuit is seeking to reverse the administration’s decision to add a question about citizenship to the census questionnaire for the first time in history.