The checks-and-balances of our government have been increasingly tested in ways our founding fathers never anticipated, yet ...

In 1776, Thomas Paine set a revolutionary tone rejecting the King: “But where, say some, is the King of America? … as far as we approve of monarchy… in America the law is king.” The American ...

After reading Renee Butts’ insulting letter to the editor on Sept. 2 about Joseph Woitko’s letter to the editor, it becomes clear that her many statements are inaccurate and predicated on a narrow ...

The genius of the American republic lies in part in the close relationship between its two founding documents.

It is important for us as citizens, and for our children and grandchildren, to learn about the principles of the founding of America. Understanding our 1776-based history builds our collective ...

Paul G. Summers is a lawyer. He is a former appellate and senior judge, district attorney general, and the Attorney General of Tennessee. Editor's note: This is a regular feature on issues related to ...