John E. Finn: How the alt-right corrupts the Constitution
Most observers think the alt-right are conservative extremists, defined chiefly by their loud and proud commitment to white racial superiority and privilege. But there’s much more to the alt-right.
Derek W. Black: Congressional oversight is at the heart of America’s democracy
The people can fire Congress every two years, but they rely on their representatives to hold the White House accountable all the time. Americans need Congress to make sure presidents and their staff are enforcing the law in ways that meet the public’s needs.
Hina Shamsi: U.S. Strikes in Syria Are an Illegal Response to Atrocity
ACLU National Security Project No one disputes that Bashar al-Assad’s use of chemical weapons on Syrian civilians is illegal, immoral, and unacceptable. But Assad’s illegality does not excuse illegality in … Continue reading
Appellate Court Judge Janice Rogers Brown: Democracy Is Broken and Congressional Oversight is a Joke
A senior judge has today described American democracy as “broken” and Congressional oversight a “joke” in failing to check the US drone killing program. In a concurring opinion in the … Continue reading
