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Best podcasts about anti federalists

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Path to Liberty
Taxation Will Bleed You Dry: Anti-Federalist Warnings Ignored

Path to Liberty

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 22:47


More than a century before the 16th Amendment and the IRS, the Anti-Federalists warned that the Constitution's taxing power would be used to bleed the people dry and consolidate power. Luther Martin, George Mason, Cato, and others saw it coming - unlimited taxation, oppressive enforcement, and economic subjugation. We ignored them. Now we live it. The post Taxation Will Bleed You Dry: Anti-Federalist Warnings Ignored first appeared on Tenth Amendment Center.

Past Present Future
The History of Revolutionary Ideas: American Revolution 2: The Constitution

Past Present Future

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 64:53


In the second of our two episodes about the American Revolution David talks to historian Eric Nelson about the ideas that shaped the US Constitution. Was the office of President a victory for the people who still wanted a king or for those who never wanted one again? What was old and what was new about the idea of the separation of powers? What really divided the Federalists and the Antifederalists? And how are these arguments still being played out in the early days of Trump 2.0? Out tomorrow: a special bonus episode for PPF+ subscribers on King Donald The First: David explores the arguments being made in 2025 for the restoration of monarchy in America. Who's making them and why? What on earth are they thinking? Sign up now to get this and all our bonus episodes plus ad-free listening https://www.ppfideas.com/join-ppf-plus Also sign up now for the latest edition of our free fortnightly newsletter out tomorrow https://www.ppfideas.com/newsletters Next time: French Revolution 1: Sieyes Past Present Future is part of the Airwave Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Path to Liberty
Forgotten Anti-Federalist Warnings on the Constitution from Elbridge Gerry

Path to Liberty

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2025 17:29


Elbridge Gerry warned that “the existence of their liberties will soon be terminated” under the Constitution without significant amendments. As one of the most active delegates at the Philadelphia Convention, Gerry ultimately refused to sign the final document. Shortly after, he wrote a letter outlining his objections to ratification, which became a highly influential Anti-Federalist essay. In this episode, we'll explore his top objections, including ambiguous powers like the 'necessary and proper' clause, the dangers of excessive consolidation, and more. The post Forgotten Anti-Federalist Warnings on the Constitution from Elbridge Gerry first appeared on Tenth Amendment Center.

The Wizard of iPhone Speaks (20-22)
Episode 6: Abraham Lincoln was our first "minority" president -- The election of 1860 had three candidates

The Wizard of iPhone Speaks (20-22)

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 10:22


Closing music courtesy of Banjo HangOut -- The William Tell OvertureThis podcast continues with a “Constitutional Minute”It escapes our notice that the election of Abraham Lincoln was a seminal event. Not just because it triggered secession.The election of Lincoln was the birth of political parties as we now know that term. The nation was emerging from what historians have labeled “the era of good feeling” a monumental misnomer if there ever was one. It earned its name because there were no political parties. The House of Representatives comprised Federalists and “Anti” Federalists with a smattering of Whigs (Anti-Jacksonian-democrats).There were no political parties in The Senate, there was no direct election of senators that had to wait for the 17th Amendment 1913.During this so-called era of “good feeling” it forced two presidential elections into the House of Representatives 1801 & 1824. Both times in a dispute over electoral ballots.

Path to Liberty
Conspiracy: Luther Martin’s Anti-Federalist Warnings about Centralization

Path to Liberty

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2025 32:55


Luther Martin, the Anti-Federalist firebrand, predicted that the Constitution would lead to a national system of consolidated power that could never secure liberty. He argued this was an intentional conspiracy - a deliberate plan at the Philadelphia Convention to undermine federalism and state sovereignty. In this episode, we'll uncover Martin's fiery objections, his claims of a calculated scheme, his warnings about consolidation, standing armies, and more. The post Conspiracy: Luther Martin's Anti-Federalist Warnings about Centralization first appeared on Tenth Amendment Center.

keeping it REAL with Jay Scott
Against the Constitution! 1780's Anti-Federalist? WHY, will Blow Your MIND!

keeping it REAL with Jay Scott

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2024 37:49


Join Jay Scott as he uncovers the Anti-Federalist group that stood against George Washington, the Federalist, and the Constitution in the 1780's!  Natural Freedom, Equal Treatment, Right to Bear Arms, Accountability, and Limits to Power were some of the key points the Anti-Federalist group rallied for. They saw similarities of an Aristocracy rule in the first Constitution. VERY DANGEROUS!  Also important, no clear declarations of individual human rights were written. (Thank these guys for The Bill of Rights we have now.) Learn how these Hero's put their neck on the line for true freedom at a delicate moment in the beginning stages of the USA. You will never think of our origins the same again! Disclaimer: For legal reasons... !!! This show is for entertainment purposes only !!! ~ ENJOY! ____________________________________________________ ❤️Help -keeping it REAL- by being a supporter of the podcast! Support is as simple as giving whatever you feel the show is worth to you. I will always be dedicated to bringing you value. Please consider returning some value in return! Even a like, comment, or share helps. You have my gratitude.

Path to Liberty
Forgotten Anti-Federalist Warnings: The Pennsylvania Dissent

Path to Liberty

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 33:02


One of the most influential Anti-Federalist essays against the Constitution didn't come from a single writer. It came from a group of delegates at the Pennsylvania ratifying convention. Their warnings - about centralization of power, corruption, and more - might sound eerily familiar today. And make sure to stick around, because at the end, we'll dive into what they considered federalist dirty tricks used to push the process through The post Forgotten Anti-Federalist Warnings: The Pennsylvania Dissent first appeared on Tenth Amendment Center.

Path to Liberty
Anti-Federalist vs Federalist CLASH: Montesquieu and Separation of Powers

Path to Liberty

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 42:31


Liberty is doomed where power is united - consolidated in the same hands. That's the warning Montesquieu gave us about separation of powers. This was one of the biggest battles between Federalists and Anti-Federalists But here's the twist: both sides used the exact same words to support opposite arguments. In this episode, we're diving into this critical debate over the ideas of the most-cited political writer of the ratification debates The post Anti-Federalist vs Federalist CLASH: Montesquieu and Separation of Powers first appeared on Tenth Amendment Center.

The Brion McClanahan Show
Ep. 1060: Joe Biden's Anti-Federalist Hunter Pardon

The Brion McClanahan Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 42:59


Joe Biden used the pardon power exactly the way the Anti-Federalists feared. https://mcclanahanacademy.com https://patreon.com/thebrionmcclanahanshow https://brionmcclanahan.com/support http://learntruehistory.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brion-mcclanahan/support

Patriot Lessons: American History and Civics
Thanksgiving - Origins, Meanings, Traditions, and Myths (Remastered)

Patriot Lessons: American History and Civics

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 100:14


Learn that the idea of gratitude and giving thanks is an ancient concept for mankind and expressly elevated in the Bible. Review how days of thanksgiving were originally commemorated in the English colonies in Virginia and Massachusetts, with the English dissenters, the Pilgrims, having the most influential celebrations. In the colonial era, Thanksgiving celebrations were centered on particular events and circumstances, and, accordingly, happened at different times. As Americans united against British tyranny, they made continental wide proclamations through the Continental Congress, but again tied to specific events and times. President George Washington issued the first two Thanksgiving Proclamations under the Constitution, and John Adams and James Madison did the same. Thomas Jefferson refused, and after James Madison, Thanksgiving was proclaimed by the States, but not by the President, until Abraham Lincoln. Sarah Josepha Hale's drive to create a uniform, nation wide celebration was embraced by Lincoln and his successors, and it became firmly fixed to the Fourth Thursday of November under President Franklin Delano Roosevelt. Feasts, running, football, parades, Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Giving Tuesday all flow from this powerful day of gratitude. Highlights include the Bible, Thessalonians 5:16-18, Colossians 2:7, Psalm 100:4, Colossians 4:2, Psalm 92, Philippians 4:6, King Henry VIII, Queen Elizabeth Anne Boleyn, Church of England, John Calvin, Puritans, Common Book of Prayers, King James I, Pilgrims, Mayflower, Plymouth England, Plymouth Harbor Massachusetts, Mayflower Compact, John Locke, Thomas Hobbes, Samoset, Squanto, Wampanoag, William Bedford, Thanksgiving commemoration, Melanie Kirkpatrick, Thanksgiving The Holiday at the Heart of the American Experience, William Bradford, Berkeley Plantation a/k/a Berkeley Hundred, The Margaret, John Woodlief, Jamestown, the Starving Time, Chief Opechancanough, Massacre of 1622, Massachusetts Bay Colony, New Amsterdam, First Continental Congress, Second Continental Congress, Day of Humiliation Fasting and Prayer (1776), Henry Laurens, Thanksgiving Day Proclamation (1777), Battle of Saratoga, Thomas McKean, Day of Thanksgiving and Prayer, George Washington, James Madison, Elias Boudinot, Aedanus Burke, Thomas Tudor Tucker, Federalist Party, Anti-Federalists, Peter Silvester, Roger Sherman, Articles of Confederation, Continental Association, Constitution, William Samuel Johnson, Ralph Izard, Washington Thanksgiving Day Proclamation , Whiskey Rebellion, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, Samuel Letter, James Madison, First Amendment, War of 1812, Abraham Lincoln, Sarah Josepha Hale, Mary Had a Little Lamb, Northwood: A Tale of New England, Vassar College, domestic science, Ladies' Magazine, Godey's Lady's Book, Civil War, William Seward, Andrew Johnson, Lincoln Thanksgiving Proclamation, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt a/k/a FDR, National Retail Dry Goods Association, Franksgiving, Allen Treadway, Earl Michener, FDR Thanksgiving Speech, President Lyndon Baines Johnson, Johnson Thanksgiving Speech (1963), President John F. Kennedy, President Ronald Reagan, Reagan Thanksgiving Speech, President Barak Obama Thanksgiving Speech, President George W. Bush, President Bush Thanksgiving Day visit to the troops in Iraq, President Donald Trump, Trump Thanksgiving Day visit to troops in Afghanistan, Trump Speech to troops on Thanksgiving, President Bill Clinton Pardoning of Turkey, Presidential Pardons of Turkey, Thanksgiving Dinner & Feast, Thanksgiving parades, Grumbles, Macy's, Hudson's, Turkey Trot, National Football League (NFL) Thanksgiving Games, Detroit Lions, Dallas Cowboys, Walter Camp, Collegiate Football Thanksgiving Games, George A. Richards, The Chicago Bears, Black Friday, Giving Tuesday, Henry Timms, Cyber Monday, and many others. To learn more about America & Patriot Week, visit www.PatriotWeek.org. Our resources include videos, a TV series, blogs, lesson plans, and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-warren9/support

Path to Liberty
Repeal the 17th Amendment: Ignored Anti-Federalist Warnings on the Senate

Path to Liberty

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 31:30


Repealing the 17th Amendment is the right move to help restore federalism - but is it enough? The Anti-Federalists warned us about dangers in the Senate's structure long before the 17th came along, and without understanding those warnings, we could still end up with the same problems: corruption, power grabs, and more centralized control. The post Repeal the 17th Amendment: Ignored Anti-Federalist Warnings on the Senate first appeared on Tenth Amendment Center.

Path to Liberty
Patrick Henry vs the Constitution: Ignored Anti-Federalist Warnings

Path to Liberty

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2024 33:29


This government “will swallow the liberties of the people, without giving them previous notice.” That's the stark warning Patrick Henry gave us in 1788. In a series of fiery speeches, he laid out some of the most powerful anti-Federalist arguments against the Constitution—predicting all kinds of abuses of power and the eventual destruction of liberty. In this episode, we're breaking down six categories of his most urgent warnings, each filled with powerful quotes we can't afford to ignore any longer. The post Patrick Henry vs the Constitution: Ignored Anti-Federalist Warnings first appeared on Tenth Amendment Center.

Path to Liberty
Cato vs the Constitution: Forgotten Anti-Federalist Arguments

Path to Liberty

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 31:35


"A vile and arbitrary aristocracy or monarchy" - that's what the Anti-Federalist writer Cato warned we'd get. In a series of seven essays, he laid out his strongest arguments against ratification of the Constitution, predicting all kinds of abuses of power, and the destruction of liberty. In this episode, we'll break down his forgotten warnings - which just might be more important than ever today. The post Cato vs the Constitution: Forgotten Anti-Federalist Arguments first appeared on Tenth Amendment Center.

The Brion McClanahan Show
Ep. 1011: Biden Discovers the Anti-Federalists

The Brion McClanahan Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2024 43:53


Biden has discovered the Anti-Federalists. The funny thing? He would be destroying the only way the left has acquired power. https://mcclanahanacademy.com https://patreon.com/thebrionmcclanahanshow https://brionmcclanahan.com/support http://learntruehistory.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brion-mcclanahan/support

The Brion McClanahan Show
Ep. 1006: The Antis Were Right About Elections

The Brion McClanahan Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 32:33


The Anti-Federalists warned that the general government would eventually usurp control over federal elections from the States. Here is a prime example of how they were right. Note: This is mostly an audio only show. Video will be back tomorrow. https://mcclanahanacademy.com https://patreon.com/thebrionmcclanahanshow https://brionmcclanahan.com/support http://learntruehistory.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brion-mcclanahan/support

Path to Liberty
George Mason vs the Constitution: Top Anti-Federalist Arguments

Path to Liberty

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2024 13:16


“A monarchy, or a corrupt tyrannical aristocracy” is what George Mason predicted we'd get. On this episode, learn about his top anti-federalist objections to the Constitution during the ratification debates. This included necessary and proper, standing armies, congress, the president - and more. The post George Mason vs the Constitution: Top Anti-Federalist Arguments first appeared on Tenth Amendment Center.

Path to Liberty
Is the President a King in Disguise? The Anti-Federalist Argument

Path to Liberty

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 39:33


During the debates over the ratification of the Constitution, Antifederalists repeatedly warned that the President would become like a king - and the worst kind of a king - an elected one. The post Is the President a King in Disguise? The Anti-Federalist Argument first appeared on Tenth Amendment Center.

Professor Buzzkill History Podcast
The American Liberty Pole

Professor Buzzkill History Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2024 37:55


Americans put up Liberty Poles to express political beliefs in the period of the Early Republic. These poles were massive, highly decorated, and highly contested. Both Federalists and Anti-Federalists used them to promote their ideas of what the new Republic should reflect in terms of “liberty.” Join us to discuss how different early American political life was compared to the romantic version in the movies! Episode 555.

Path to Liberty
Was the Constitution Sold on a Lie? Shays’ Rebellion and Ratification

Path to Liberty

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2024 28:15


Shays' Rebellion was repeatedly cited by Federalists as a primary reason to replace the Articles of Confederation with a Constitution with a stronger central government. But what if the threat was exaggerated? Anti-Federalists sure thought so. In this episode, we'll dive into the debate and explore James Madison's surprising later admission about this pivotal moment in American history The post Was the Constitution Sold on a Lie? Shays' Rebellion and Ratification first appeared on Tenth Amendment Center.

Path to Liberty
Top 3 Anti-Federalist Arguments: Controversy over the Constitution

Path to Liberty

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 31:28


Was the Constitution a recipe for tyranny? That's what Patrick Henry, Brutus, Federal Farmer and many other Anti-Federalists feared. In this episode, we'll explore three of their top arguments against ratification and their warnings about centralized power as a massive threat to liberty. The post Top 3 Anti-Federalist Arguments: Controversy over the Constitution first appeared on Tenth Amendment Center.

Patriot Lessons: American History and Civics
Congress: Taxes & Taxing Power (Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution)

Patriot Lessons: American History and Civics

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 72:03


Topics covered: Under the Articles of Confederation, the Congress could not levy taxes directly, which was perceived as a great weakness to the federal government. Instead, it had a system of requisitions from the States, and this led to a most precarious financial and fiscal position for the United States, while also endangering the country with foreign invasion and internal civil strife. Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution provides that the Congress has the enumerated power to lay taxes, duties, and imposts. These taxes include external taxes on foreign trade and goods, and internal taxes on products, services, and property. These taxes are direct taxes on the People, goods, and businesses which are collected without the assistance of the States. The Anti-Federalists strongly opposed the Constitution because, among things, they believed that the Taxing Power would swallow up the States and destroy liberty. Highlights include Alexander Hamilton, Timothy Pickering, James Madison, Richard Henry Lee, Brutus (Judge John Yates), Luther Martin, Amos Singletary, Hugh Williamson, Elbridge Gerry, Oliver Ellsworth, James Iredell, James Wilson, and Benjamin Franklin. Check out PatriotWeek.org, Judge Warren's book at www.AmericasSurvivalGuide.com, and the Save our Republic! video series on Patriot Week's YouTube Channel. Support this podcast at: ⁠https://anchor.fm/michael-warren9⁠ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-warren9/support

60-Second Civics Podcast
60-Second Civics: Episode 5155, Ratifying the Constitution: Principles of the Constitution, Part 5

60-Second Civics Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 1:15


What was the process of ratifying or rejecting the proposed plan of government after the 1787 convention? In this episode Dr. Lester Brooks, American history professor emeritus from Anne Arundel Community College, explains the process for ratifying the Constitution and the role played by the Federalists and Anti-Federalists. Center for Civic Education

The Constitutionalist
Episode #24 - The Anti-Federalists

The Constitutionalist

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2024 53:53


On the twenty-fourth episode of The Constitutionalist, Shane Leary and Dr. Benjamin Kleinerman turn to the Anti-Federalists for their prescient concerns regarding the republic. The Constitutionalist is proud to be sponsored by the Jack Miller Center for Teaching America's Founding Principles and History. For the last twenty years, JMC has been working to preserve and promote that tradition through a variety of programs at the college and K-12 levels. Through their American Political Tradition Project, JMC has partnered with more than 1,000 scholars at over 300 college campuses across the country, especially through their annual Summer Institutes for graduate students and recent PhDs. The Jack Miller Center is also working with thousands of K-12 educators across the country to help them better understand America's founding principles and history and teach them effectively, to better educate the next generation of citizens. JMC has provided thousands of hours of professional development for teachers all over the country, reaching millions of students with improved civic learning. If you care about American education and civic responsibility, you'll want to check out their work, which focuses on reorienting our institutions of learning around America's founding principles. To learn more or get involved, visit jackmillercenter.org. The Constitutionalist is a podcast cohosted by Professor Benjamin Kleinerman, the RW Morrison Professor of Political Science at Baylor University and Founder and Editor of The Constitutionalist Blog, and his student, Shane Leary. Each week, they discuss political news in light of its constitutional implications, and explore a unique constitutional topic, ranging from the thoughts and experiences of America's founders and statesmen, historical episodes, and the broader philosophic ideas that influence the American experiment in government.

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Patriot Lessons: American History and Civics
Enumerated Powers - The Foundation of the Constitution, Art. I, Section 8

Patriot Lessons: American History and Civics

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2024 51:33


Topics covered: The underlying foundation of the Constitution is the doctrine of enumerated powers.  Enumerated powers means that the federal government only has the authority specifically granted to it in the Constitution - the powers must be expressed (that is enumerated). All powers not granted to the federal government, remain with the States. Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution details the powers given to the federal government. Nearly all the drafters and ratifiers of the Constitution agreed that Congress and federal government should be limited to enumerated powers. The Anti-Federalists strongly opposed the Constitution because they believed that the powers that were given to the federal government were too broad and that the federal government would swallow up the States and destroy liberty. In other words, the Anti-Federalists thought that despite the doctrine of enumerated powers, the federal government was all powerful and unchecked. Check out PatriotWeek.org, Judge Warren's book at www.AmericasSurvivalGuide.com, and the Save our Republic! video series on Patriot Week's YouTube Channel. Support this podcast at: https://anchor.fm/michael-warren9 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-warren9/support

Path to Liberty
Force vs Freedom: Anti-Federalist Federal Farmer No. 6-7

Path to Liberty

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2024 31:45


Warning that some federalists were fakes who really wanted a totally consolidated system, Federal Farmer makes the case that too few representatives, coupled with a lack of clarity over the bounds of power, would lead to a system based on force rather than consent The post Force vs Freedom: Anti-Federalist Federal Farmer No. 6-7 first appeared on Tenth Amendment Center.

60-Second Civics Podcast
60-Second Civics: Episode 5091, Mercy Otis Warren: Women's History Month, Part 10

60-Second Civics Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2024 1:15


Mercy Otis Warren was a playwright, poet, historian, and Anti-Federalist political commentator during the American Revolution. She was a talented writer, admired for her skill and her dedication to the principles of natural rights behind the Revolution. Center for Civic Education

Path to Liberty
Undefined Power: Anti-Federalist Federal Farmer No. 4-5

Path to Liberty

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2024 35:37


Federal Farmer warned that liberty under the constitution would depend primarily on the worst of all possible checks, “the prudence, wisdom and moderation of those who manage the affairs of government.” The post Undefined Power: Anti-Federalist Federal Farmer No. 4-5 first appeared on Tenth Amendment Center.

Path to Liberty
The Perils of Centralization: Anti-Federalist Federal Farmer No. 2-3

Path to Liberty

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2024 37:46


The Federal Farmer lays out a laundry list of reasons why the system under the constitution “will have a strong tendency to aristocracy, or the government of the few.” Predicting it would ultimately result in a consolidated government ruling by “fear and force.” The post The Perils of Centralization: Anti-Federalist Federal Farmer No. 2-3 first appeared on Tenth Amendment Center.

Path to Liberty
Beware of Tyrants: Anti-Federalist Federal Farmer No. 1

Path to Liberty

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2024 21:29


In the first of his 18 anti-federalist letters, the Federal Farmer warned against adopting a new system hastily out of fear, which has always “been the custom of tyrants and their dependents.” Instead, he urged caution - and a deeper look at what might lead to total consolidation and a destruction of liberty. The post Beware of Tyrants: Anti-Federalist Federal Farmer No. 1 first appeared on Tenth Amendment Center.

The Rational Egoist
Exploring the Shadows of the Founding Fathers: The Anti-Federalist Perspective with Prof. Michael J. Faber

The Rational Egoist

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2024 53:52


Exploring the Shadows of the Founding Fathers: The Anti-Federalist Perspective with Prof. Michael J. Faber In this enlightening episode of "The Rational Egoist," host Michael Liebowitz delves into the often-overlooked realm of the Anti-Federalists with esteemed guest Professor Michael J. Faber. As an Associate Professor of Political Science at Texas State University and author of "Our Federalist Constitution: The Founders' Expectations and Contemporary American Government," Professor Faber brings a wealth of knowledge to the discussion. Together, they unravel the intricate views and lasting impact of the Anti-Federalists, shedding light on how their skepticism and critiques of the early American government framework continue to echo in contemporary politics. Tune in for a thought-provoking journey back to the roots of American political thought, examining the balance between federal power and states' rights, and the ongoing relevance of these 18th-century debates in today's political landscape. Michael Leibowitz is a renowned philosopher, political activist, and the esteemed host of the Rational Egoist podcast. Inspired by the philosophical teachings of Ayn Rand, Leibowitz passionately champions the principles of reason, rational self-interest, and individualism, seeking to empower others through his compelling work. His life's narrative exemplifies the transformative power of Ayn Rand's writings. Having faced challenging circumstances that led to a 25-year prison sentence, Leibowitz emerged from adversity by embracing the tenets of rational self-interest and moral philosophy put forth by Ayn Rand. This profound transformation propelled him to become an influential figure in the libertarian and Objectivist communities, motivating others to adopt reason, individualism, and self-interest in their own lives. Beyond his impactful podcasting endeavours, Leibowitz fearlessly engages in lively political debates, advocating for the protection of individual rights and freedoms through compelling YouTube videos and insightful interviews. His unwavering commitment to these ideals has garnered him a dedicated following of like-minded individuals. Leibowitz is a versatile author, co-authoring the thought-provoking book titled “Down the Rabbit Hole: How the Culture of Correction Encourages Crime.” This groundbreaking work delves into societal attitudes surrounding punishment and rehabilitation, shedding light on how misguided approaches have contributed to the rise of crime and recidivism. Additionally, he has authored the book “View from a Cage: From Convict to Crusader for Liberty,” offering an intimate portrayal of his personal journey while exploring the philosophies that influenced his transformation.As you embark on your intellectual journey, join Michael Leibowitz as he advocates for reason, individualism, and the pursuit of self-interest, inspiring others to embrace a philosophy that empowers and uplifts the human spirit. For a deeper exploration of his ideas and insights, don't miss the opportunity to read “Down the Rabbit Hole: How the Culture of Correction Encourages Crime,” co-authored by Michael Leibowitz. And also, delve into his book “View from a Cage: From Convict to Crusader for Liberty.” Both books are available for purchase using the following links:“Down the Rabbit Hole”: https://www.amazon.com.au/Down-Rabbit-Hole-Corrections-Encourages/dp/197448064X“View from a Cage”: https://books2read.com/u/4jN6xj

Audio Mises Wire
The Bill of Rights: The Only Good Part of the Constitution

Audio Mises Wire

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2024


The Bill of Rights turns 232 years old today. Adopted in 1791 as a consolation prize for the Anti-Federalists, it has been the most important part of American legal history since the 18th century. Original Article: The Bill of Rights: The Only Good Part of the Constitution

Audio Mises Wire
The Bill of Rights: The Only Good Part of the Constitution

Audio Mises Wire

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2024


The Bill of Rights turns 232 years old today. Adopted in 1791 as a consolation prize for the Anti-Federalists, it has been the most important part of American legal history since the 18th century. Original Article: The Bill of Rights: The Only Good Part of the Constitution

Mises Media
The Bill of Rights: The Only Good Part of the Constitution

Mises Media

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2024


The Bill of Rights turns 232 years old today. Adopted in 1791 as a consolation prize for the Anti-Federalists, it has been the most important part of American legal history since the 18th century. Original Article: The Bill of Rights: The Only Good Part of the Constitution

Mises Media
The Bill of Rights: The Only Good Part of the Constitution

Mises Media

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2024


The Bill of Rights turns 232 years old today. Adopted in 1791 as a consolation prize for the Anti-Federalists, it has been the most important part of American legal history since the 18th century. Original Article: The Bill of Rights: The Only Good Part of the Constitution

Mises Media
The Bill of Rights: The Only Good Part of the Constitution

Mises Media

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2024


The Bill of Rights turns 232 years old today. Adopted in 1791 as a consolation prize for the Anti-Federalists, it has been the most important part of American legal history since the 18th century. Original Article: The Bill of Rights: The Only Good Part of the Constitution

Mises Media
The Bill of Rights: The Only Good Part of the Constitution | Ryan McMaken

Mises Media

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 11:05


The Bill of Rights turns 232 years old today. Adopted in 1791 as a consolation prize for the Anti-Federalists, it has been the most important part of American legal history since the 18th century. Narrated by Millian Quinteros.

Plausibly Live! - The Official Podcast of The Dave Bowman Show

In September 1787, after months of deliberation, the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia presented a new Constitution to the states for ratification. Pennsylvania, hosting the convention, was poised to play a critical role in the unfolding drama. The state was a microcosm of the broader national debate, encapsulating the tension between the desire for a strong central government and the fear of losing individual and state rights. The Federalists in Pennsylvania, led by figures like James Wilson and Gouverneur Morris, were ardent supporters of a strong central government. They believed that the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation necessitated a new constitution to provide stability and unity. Their strategy was marked by a sense of urgency; they moved quickly to call a state convention to ratify the Constitution. This rapid mobilization was partly a tactical move to outpace the Anti-Federalists, who were scrambling to articulate their opposition. The Anti-Federalists in Pennsylvania, though vocal, were caught off-guard by the Federalists' speed. They raised concerns about the lack of a Bill of Rights and the potential for governmental overreach. However, their efforts to slow down the process and garner more support were outmaneuvered by the Federalists' swift action. Pennsylvania's decision to quickly ratify the Constitution, by a vote of 46 to 23 in December 1787, was significant for several reasons. Firstly, it positioned Pennsylvania as the second state to ratify, following Delaware, sending a strong message of support for the new Constitution. This early endorsement from a large and influential state added momentum to the ratification process nationally. Moreover, Pennsylvania's rapid ratification effectively minimized the impact of Anti-Federalist arguments within the state. The speed of the process did not allow Anti-Federalists sufficient time to rally opposition. This outcome in Pennsylvania was a strategic blow to the Anti-Federalist cause, as it undermined their efforts to present a united front against ratification. However, the expedited ratification process in Pennsylvania was not without its criticisms. Some historians argue that the rush to ratify undermined the democratic process, depriving citizens of the time needed to fully consider the implications of the new Constitution. The debate over this rushed process highlighted the tension between the urgency felt by Federalists to rectify the weaknesses of the Confederation and the caution urged by Anti-Federalists wary of potential governmental overreach. Pennsylvania's swift ratification of the United States Constitution in 1787 was a tactical victory for Federalists and a significant moment in the broader narrative of American constitutional history. It underscored the complexities of the ratification process and the strategic maneuvering that played a crucial role in shaping the early political landscape of the United States. The events in Pennsylvania not only reflected the national debate over federalism but also influenced the trajectory of the ratification process across the country. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/plausibly-live/message

Patriot Lessons: American History and Civics
Thanksgiving - Origins, Meanings, Traditions, and Myths (Re-Release 2023)

Patriot Lessons: American History and Civics

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2023 100:15


Learn that the idea of gratitude and giving thanks is an ancient concept for mankind and expressly elevated in the Bible. Review how days of thanksgiving were originally commemorated in the English colonies in Virginia and Massachusetts, with the English dissenters, the Pilgrims, having the most influential celebrations. In the colonial era, Thanksgiving celebrations were centered on particular events and circumstances, and, accordingly, happened at different times. As Americans united against British tyranny, they made continental wide proclamations through the Continental Congress, but again tied to specific events and times. President George Washington issued the first two Thanksgiving Proclamations under the Constitution, and John Adams and James Madison did the same. Thomas Jefferson refused, and after James Madison, Thanksgiving was proclaimed by the States, but not by the President, until Abraham Lincoln. Sarah Josepha Hale's drive to create a uniform, nation wide celebration was embraced by Lincoln and his successors, and it became firmly fixed to the Fourth Thursday of November under President Franklin Delano Roosevelt. Feasts, running, football, parades, Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Giving Tuesday all flow from this powerful day of gratitude. Highlights include the Bible, Thessalonians 5:16-18, Colossians 2:7, Psalm 100:4, Colossians 4:2, Psalm 92, Philippians 4:6, King Henry VIII, Queen Elizabeth Anne Boleyn, Church of England, John Calvin, Puritans, Common Book of Prayers, King James I, Pilgrims, Mayflower, Plymouth England, Plymouth Harbor Massachusetts, Mayflower Compact, John Locke, Thomas Hobbes, Samoset, Squanto, Wampanoag, William Bedford, Thanksgiving commemoration, Melanie Kirkpatrick, Thanksgiving The Holiday at the Heart of the American Experience, William Bradford, Berkeley Plantation a/k/a Berkeley Hundred, The Margaret, John Woodlief, Jamestown, the Starving Time, Chief Opechancanough, Massacre of 1622, Massachusetts Bay Colony, New Amsterdam, First Continental Congress, Second Continental Congress, Day of Humiliation Fasting and Prayer (1776), Henry Laurens, Thanksgiving Day Proclamation (1777), Battle of Saratoga, Thomas McKean, Day of Thanksgiving and Prayer (December 18, 1781), George Washington, James Madison, Elias Boudinot, Aedanus Burke, Thomas Tudor Tucker, Federalist Party, Anti-Federalists, Constitution, William Samuel Johnson, Ralph Izard, Washington Thanksgiving Day Proclamation (October 3, 1789 for November 26, 1789), Whiskey Rebellion, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, Samuel Letter, FDR Thanksgiving Speech (1938), President Lyndon Baines Johnson, Johnson Thanksgiving Speech (1963), President John F. Kennedy, President Ronald Reagan, Reagan Thanksgiving Speech (October 19, 1984 and 1986), President Barak Obama, Obama Thanksgiving Speech (2009), Clinton Pardoning of Turkey Speech (1997), Presidential Pardons of Turkey, Thanksgiving Dinner & Feast, Thanksgiving parades, Grumbles, Macy's, Hudson's, Turkey Trot, National Football League (NFL) Thanksgiving Games, Detroit Lions, Dallas Cowboys, Walter Camp, Collegiate Football Thanksgiving Games, George A. Richards, The Chicago Bears, Saturday Night Live (SNL), Black Friday, Giving Tuesday, Henry Timms, Cyber Monday, and many others. To learn more about America & Patriot Week, visit www.PatriotWeek.org. Our resources include videos, a TV series, blogs, lesson plans, and more. Read the full Declaration of Independence here: https://patriotweek.org/2021/07/24/the-declaration-of-independence-september-11/ Check out Judge Michael Warren's book America's Survival Guide, How to Stop America's Impending Suicide by Reclaiming Our First Principles and History at www.AmericasSurvivalGuide.com, amazon, or other major on-line retailers. Join us! SUPPORT: Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-warren9/support [donations go the nonprofit, nonpartisan, 501(c)(3) Patriot Week Foundation] --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-warren9/support

The Brion McClanahan Show
Ep. 902: Were the Anti-Federalists Right?

The Brion McClanahan Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2023 32:48


The Anti-Federalists made several correct predictions about the United States Constitution, but we should be careful about how we frame their prognostications. https://mcclanahanacademy.com https://brionmcclanahan.com/support http://learntruehistory.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brion-mcclanahan/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brion-mcclanahan/support

KERA's Think
Think America's too divided? Blame the Founding Fathers

KERA's Think

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2023 29:24


The framers of the Constitution warned against forming political parties, buy they happened anyway. H.W. Brands is Jack S. Blanton Sr. Chair in History at the University of Texas at Austin, and he joins guest host John McCaa to discuss the early days of the Republic, when Federalists and Anti-Federalists battled it out and planted the seeds of our current state of division. His book is “Founding Partisans: Hamilton, Madison, Jefferson, Adams and the Brawling Birth of American Politics.”

The Learning Curve
Prof. Jeff Broadwater on George Mason, Federalism, & the Bill of Rights

The Learning Curve

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2023 38:41


This week on The Learning Curve, guest co-hosts Mariam Memarsadeghi and MN Supreme Court Justice Barry Anderson interview Prof. Jeff Broadwater author of the biography George Mason: Forgotten Founder. Prof. Broadwater explores George Mason's pivotal role in opposing British policies during the American Revolution, his authorship of the Virginia Declaration of Rights and Constitution and his stance against slavery. Prof. Broadwater discusses George Mason's views on constitutionalism and federalism, leadership among the Anti-Federalists, and concerns about the emergence of commercial interests. He also highlights George Mason's emphasis on civic virtue as the foundation of American self-government. Prof. Broadwater closes with a reading from his biography of George Mason.

Path to Liberty
The Imperial Senate: Anti-Federalist Warnings

Path to Liberty

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2023 33:31


A *permanent* or *baneful* aristocracy - despite federalist assurances to the contrary - with senators mostly serving for life - that's what many anti-federalists warned we'd get with the structure of the federal Senate. The post The Imperial Senate: Anti-Federalist Warnings first appeared on Tenth Amendment Center.

Plausibly Live! - The Official Podcast of The Dave Bowman Show

This week in 1789, the 1st US Congress approved the first twelve amendments to the Constitution. These twelve amendments were the response to Anti-Federalist position that the Constitution MUST have a Bill of rights, and to that end, these twelve amendments listed the specific rights which were to be placed outside of government interference. further, they would serve to limit the ability of the Government to reduce the representation of the people in their house, and insure that none of the people elected to congress would be able to manipulate the compensation to benefit themselves unduly. Well… that was what was supposed to happen…  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/plausibly-live/message

Path to Liberty
Patrick Henry: Top Anti-Federalist Warnings

Path to Liberty

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 18:06


In a series of speeches during the Virginia Ratifying Convention, Patrick Henry laid out much of the anti-federalist case against ratification without amendments. The foundation underlying all his arguments was a consistent warning against consolidation - or centralized power - and trusting people with that power. The post Patrick Henry: Top Anti-Federalist Warnings first appeared on Tenth Amendment Center.

Plausibly Live! - The Official Podcast of The Dave Bowman Show
DDH - With Slight Shades of Differences

Plausibly Live! - The Official Podcast of The Dave Bowman Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2023 34:36


In the debates over the ratification of the US Constitution, the Anti-Federalists often resorted to predictions of the worst case of the future. The understood human nature better than the Federalists did, but they lacked the ability to hope that the American people would rise above that nature. George Washington had strongly supported ratification, but by this day in 1796, he was exhausted. Not just by war, but by the Presidency not being quite what he had hoped or expected it to be. As he said farewell to the nation, he was seeing the Anti-Federalist warnings beginning to come to fruition. He himself would not become one of them, but his warning to the nation would be along so many of the same lines of thinking. As we take a few moments today to consider the Farewell Address of Washington, we must ask those same questions of ourselves. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/plausibly-live/message

60-Second Civics Podcast
60-Second Civics: Episode 4965, Ratifying the Constitution: Principles of the Constitution, Part 5

60-Second Civics Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2023 1:15


What was the process of ratifying or rejecting the proposed plan of government after the 1787 convention? In this episode Dr. Lester Brooks, American history professor emeritus from Anne Arundel Community College, explains the process for ratifying the Constitution and the role played by the Federalists and Anti-Federalists. Center for Civic Education

Patriot Lessons: American History and Civics
Congress - Pay, Salary, & Compensation - Constitution Article I Section 6

Patriot Lessons: American History and Civics

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 52:21


Topics covered: United States Constitution Article I, Section 6 addresses how members of the Congress (members of the House of Representatives and the US Senate) are compensated and paid, and who pays their salary. Learn about the debates over Congressional Pay - including who should pay (the federal or State governments?), how they should be paid (money or wheat?), whether compensation should be uniform across the country, and why some members of the Constitutional Convention, Federalists, and Anti-Federalists thought pay by the federal government was important to the integrity of the Congress, and why others fought against paying them (especially United States Senators) anything at all. Special tribute to Vietnam Veteran War Hero R. Frank Cuff, Bombastic Brent Bassett's father-in-law. Check out PatriotWeek.org, Judge Warren's book at www.AmericasSurvivalGuide.com, and the Save our Republic! video series on Patriot Week's YouTube Channel. Support this podcast at: https://anchor.fm/michael-warren9 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/michael-warren9/support

Path to Liberty
Treaties, Trials and Supremacy: Patrick Henry’s Anti-Federalist Speeches 8-10

Path to Liberty

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2023 15:42


In a series of speeches during the Virginia Ratifying Convention, Patrick Henry warned against a combination of the treaty, the judicial power and - the supremacy clause - that it would lead to government violating individual liberty with impunity. The post Treaties, Trials and Supremacy: Patrick Henry's Anti-Federalist Speeches 8-10 first appeared on Tenth Amendment Center.

Path to Liberty
Taxation: Anti-Federalist Warnings Ignored

Path to Liberty

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2023 35:34


Unlimited power. Robbery. Consolidation. Anti-federalists repeatedly warned that a federal power of direct taxation would destroy liberty. The post Taxation: Anti-Federalist Warnings Ignored first appeared on Tenth Amendment Center.

WallBuilders Live! with David Barton & Rick Green
Political Parties and Court Packing - on Foundations of Freedom Thursday

WallBuilders Live! with David Barton & Rick Green

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2023 26:59 Transcription Available


Today on Foundations of Freedom Thursday, we answer listener questions- What was George Washington's view of the bipartisan system? How can we prevent court packing? How did the Federalists and Anti-Federalists get their names? After this, we look at what summer programs are available and recommended by the WallBuilders Team. All of this and more, on Foundations of Freedom Thursday.