American Civics 101: The Preamble to the Constitution

By James Finck, Ph.D.Although the Preamble is the most memorized part of the Constitution, it has not legal standing in government, however it does state the government’s authority and outline the government’s duties.

Spuddle!

By Steve Fair A political party platform outlines the principles, goals, and policy positions on a variety of affairs. A platform resolution in the GOP must originate from the precinct level. It is then approved at county and state level before being considered at the national level.

Divine Intervention

By Steve Fair After President Joe Biden’s disastrous performance at the presidential debate, he sat down with George Stephanopoulos Friday night for a 20-minute exclusive interview. Biden appeared spryer and more aware of what was going on than he did at the debate, but the bar was pretty low.

Absolute v. Qualified Immunity: Examining Executive Vesting, Separation of Powers Clauses

By James Finck, Ph.D.Starting with the Jefferson administration, the courts have recognized two types of immunity: absolute and qualified. Absolute is just how it sounds, absolute redress regardless of motive or action. Qualified is also how it sounds, it’s a limited protection.

U.S. Constitution 101: Laying a Foundation

By James Finck, Ph.D.I have received a great deal of positive feedback from last week’s article, especially regarding the need for many citizens to retake a civics class. For that, I thank you.As an educator at heart, I would like to conduct an in-depth, multi-installment study of our Constitution.

Black jackets!

By Steve Fair Parliamentary procedures are the rules, ethics and customs governing the meetings of an assembly or organization.Parliamentary procedure has been around since the 16th century and is used to bring order to meetings and allow for civil debate.

Lady Justice is Blind. Why isn’t the Court?

Tragedy erupted on Oct. 1, 2017, at a country music festival in Las Vegas when a lone shooter killed 60 attendees from a 32nd story hotel window. Mainly using AR-15 style weapons with the help of a bump stock, the shooter carried out the deadliest mass shooting by a lone gunman in history.

Stick it to the man!

How did America get in the shape it is in? $34 trillion in debt ($103,065 per person), government interference and regulations that intrude on citizen’s lives. Elected leaders who regularly violate the founding document they are sworn to uphold.

Challenge Examined in Sooner State’s Congressional Primary

By James Finck, Ph.D.By James Finck, Ph.D.Next week Oklahomans will take to the polls to choose their party’s candidates for several positions including the U.S. House of Representatives.

Okies safe till February!

By Steve Fair The Oklahoma Legislature adjourned sine die the Thursday before Memorial Day. The state Legislature is required to complete their business by the last Friday in May and the lawmakers just made it.