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Money Talks Democracy Walks

sensiblemajority, December 16, 2024December 16, 2024

It was one of the founding principles of the Constitution that too much power in the hands of a single institution or person is a bad thing. Our Founders came of age in the era of powerful kings who by divine right could exert their authority absent the consent of…

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Health Care in the USA or The Martyrdom of Brian Thompson

sensiblemajority, December 9, 2024December 9, 2024

Brian Thompson was in all likelihood a fine man, good to his family and an ethical presence in the midst of his corporate culture. His brutal murder has been met with an outpouring of public comments that in summary sounds like “It serves him right.” It appears that this event…

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Picture of pen and paper with the title "Pardon" at the top of the page, referring to a Presidential Pardon.

What is a Presidential Pardon?

sensiblemajority, December 7, 2024December 7, 2024

The presidential pardon is one of the most extraordinary and controversial tools in the president’s arsenal. Rooted in the need for justice tempered by mercy, the ability to forgive federal crimes has been a fixture of the American presidency since the Constitution was drafted. While its origins reflect a commitment…

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Altered picture of Kamala Harris (depicted in blue) and Donald Trump (depicted in red). Source: https://foreignpolicy.com/2024/09/09/2024-us-election-harris-trump-democracy/

2024 Election: What Happened?

sensiblemajority, November 18, 2024December 7, 2024

The second guessing has been going on in earnest since last week’s election. There are a couple of trends that are getting overwhelmed by the minutiae and the feeling of “How Could This Happen”. Cursed with a graduate level understanding of statistics a couple of things stand out to me….

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Picture of those attending inauguration, holding mini United States flags infront of the capitol building in Washington, DC.

Everything You Need To Know About Attending The Inauguration

sensiblemajority, November 15, 2024November 15, 2024

Attending the Inauguration is not as difficult as you may think. Most people, if they can pass a government background check and vetting, can join the good times front row. The inauguration of a U.S. President is one of the most significant events in American democracy. Every four years, on…

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Sensible Majority - Congress Voting on the Declaration of Independence.

Original Intent

sensiblemajority, August 28, 2024August 28, 2024

Original Intent; We hear these words spoken with reverence whenever there is a discussion of how to interpret the Constitution.

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A Man Walks Up a Hill with a Dog On a Long Leash.

sensiblemajority, April 25, 2024September 27, 2024

The media tends to grab on the most obvious economic statistics, they are easier to understand, and constitute a more discernible trend line.