A work in progress, last updated 9/6/2025 at 1325 hours Parliamentary Representation The UK Parliament represents the people of the United Kingdom…The House of Commons has 650 Members of Parliament (MPs). Each MP represents a part of the UK called a ‘constituency’ or ‘seat’. MPs debate the big political issues of the day and proposals …
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The content delves into key historical documents from the National Archives, including the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution, emphasizing the supremacy of constitutional law over case law. It underscores the limited powers of the federal government versus state authority, particularly regarding public education, absent in the Constitution.
Judicial Review, established in Marbury v. Madison, allows courts to invalidate governmental actions conflicting with higher authority. John Marshall’s appointment as Chief Justice solidified this doctrine, shaping governmental power dynamics. Despite opposing views, St. George Tucker highlighted judicial overreach as usurpation while supporting Judicial Review. Article III outlines judicial authority limits in the Constitution.
The Supremacy Clause in Article 6 of the U.S. Constitution establishes that the Constitution and federal laws are the supreme law of the land. It mandates that state judges adhere to this supremacy. The legislation must align with constitutional authority, as seen in examples of unconstitutional laws, emphasizing that not all government actions are constitutional.
A sovereign state has its own institutions, populations, and the right to make treaties with other states. The 10th Amendment limits federal sovereignty and preserves state sovereignty. The Republican Form of Government aims for representation and accountability. Efforts to repeal the 17th Amendment and appoint U.S. Senators by state legislatures aim to restore state sovereignty.
The Code of Federal Regulations, 41,000+ pages a month ago, has seen a significant increase. This excessive regulation by federal agencies threatens civil and natural rights, contrary to the original intent of the 1778 Constitutional Convention. The U.S. and Texas constitutions stress the importance of local self-government and the inherent power of the people.
John N. White