#2 - Kam Wright: Deep into The Constitution and Political History

Brian tries to keep up with Kam Wright as they take a deep dive into political history, the Constitution, and current trends In this episode we cover: The real source of American freedom (hint...it's not the Bill of Rights). The reason many hesitate to embrace "politics by litigation" - the practice of granting nine judges in black robes the power to define/create new rights. History of the prohibition of alcohol in America. Brief history of the Progressive Era. Lochner v. New York. A brief explanation of Substantive Due Process and one of the most famous dissents in all of constitutional law. The New Deal, the Commerce Clause, the famous FDR threat to pack the Court, and the rise of the Bureaucracy. Why it matters so much more today who wins the Presidency than it used to. Gundy v. United States. A brief history of positive rights. The real danger of substantive due process. Is there anything wrong with changing the rules to the game if you're not winning? Why Kam thinks some NOT ALL progressive proposals will run into a "brick wall" when they get to the Constitution. A brief summary of modern political history. The creation of the Corporation and how it impacted American culture. A brief history of property rights. The REAL story behind the tale of Robin Hood. What the Founders thought was the proper role of government. Is Senator Elizabeth Warren's "wealth tax" constitutional? Briefly touching upon Critical Race Theory. Many people are searching for political identity.