The Libertarian

The Libertarian: “Constitutional Controversies”

Analyzing some of the most hotly debated features of America’s founding document.

The LibertarianApril 6, 2016
The Libertarian: “Constitutional Controversies”

Richard Epstein analyzes the most bitterly debated provisions of the Constitution and reflects on where the Founding Fathers may have erred.

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