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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.

Peter Serefine
Nov 13, 20244 min read
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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.

Peter Serefine
Nov 5, 20246 min read
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Federalism: A Forgotten Safeguard?
the federal government’s powers were to be "few and defined," while state powers would be "numerous and indefinite."

Peter Serefine
Oct 30, 20242 min read
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Justice Denied: The Barriers to Holding Local Government Accountable
Justice should be about the merits of a case, not the technicalities of court procedures.

Peter Serefine
Oct 22, 20243 min read
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The Constitution's Restraint on Federal Power: A Benefit for All Sides
Limiting federal power preserves freedom, fosters innovation, and ensures government serves the people, not the other way around.

Peter Serefine
Oct 20, 20244 min read
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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.

Peter Serefine
Oct 20, 20242 min read
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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

Peter Serefine
Oct 20, 20242 min read
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The Role of the Supreme Court in Preserving Liberty
The judiciary was to be the 'least dangerous' branch of government, having 'no influence over either the sword or the purse.' - Federalist

Peter Serefine
Oct 20, 20243 min read
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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...

Peter Serefine
Oct 20, 20243 min read
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Monetary Policy and the Coin Money Clause: What the Founders Intended
The Founders favored a currency backed by gold and silver, ensuring stability and trust, unlike today's fiat money dependent on government t

Peter Serefine
Oct 15, 20243 min read
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Understanding the Founders' Fear of Mob Rule
One of the major concerns the Founding Fathers had when designing the United States government was the "tyranny of the majority"—what we...

Peter Serefine
Oct 15, 20243 min read
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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.'"

Peter Serefine
Oct 15, 20242 min read
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Restoring Constitutional Government Through Education
Education is the safeguard against tyranny. Citizens must know their rights and the limits of government power to preserve freedom.

Peter Serefine
Oct 14, 20242 min read
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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.

Peter Serefine
Oct 14, 20243 min read
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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

Peter Serefine
Oct 13, 20243 min read
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Understanding the Labels: Progressive, Liberal, and Conservative
In today’s political climate, labels like progressive, liberal, and conservative are thrown around freely

Peter Serefine
Oct 12, 20245 min read
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Reclaiming Our Liberty: The Need for Constitutional Understanding
This duty to understand and protect the Constitution is not optional—it is essential to the survival of liberty.

Peter Serefine
Oct 10, 20248 min read
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Navigating Politics: Expertise of Liberty Lighthouse Founder
In the vast sea of online political blogs, one beacon shines brightly, dedicated to upholding the principles of the US Constitution and...

Peter Serefine
Oct 7, 20242 min read
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Defiance on a Monumental Scale: Timeless's Artistic Battle Cry
Art thrives on the fertile ground of liberty, where imagination soars unchained and expression dances uninhibited.

Peter Serefine
Jan 3, 20245 min read
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