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The Doctrine of Compelling State Interest: A Justification for Tyranny
Unalienable rights are absolute. Any doctrine that permits their infringement is a license for tyranny.

Peter Serefine
Feb 194 min read
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Conservatives Are Left Without a Party in Modern Politics
Conservatives, rooted in small government and liberty, are now politically homeless in a system detached from their values.

Peter Serefine
Dec 22, 20243 min read
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The Federalist and Anti-Federalist Agreement on Limited Government
Both Federalists and Anti-Federalists agreed: the federal government must be limited to the enumerated powers in the Constitution.

Peter Serefine
Dec 18, 20243 min read
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The Founders’ Vision: Why Federal Regulatory Power Risks Tyranny
The Constitution of the United States is a remarkable document, meticulously crafted to prevent the concentration of power ...

Peter Serefine
Dec 11, 20243 min read
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Embracing the Nebraska Method: A Path to a More Inclusive Electoral Process
The Nebraska method offers a fairer path to an inclusive democracy, empowering every vote and ensuring diverse political representation.

Peter Serefine
Nov 20, 20245 min read
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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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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 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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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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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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