The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – After celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, most of my listeners are probably feeling pretty upbeat. Sadly, a look at the news around us will put a damper on our enthusiasm. Like the Cato Institute survey that found nearly half of Americans didn’t know what Celebrate 250 was actually about...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Because there are plenty of government actors with imperial aspirations. From District Court judges who think they rule the nation to Presidents making up their own holidays. From executive orders to congressional investigations, it seems more and more elected employees think they can run the show however they want. And it’s not just...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Are you wondering why so many young people have become communists? It’s because We the People let government actors train them to do so. Concerned that young people aren’t learning civics? Are you concerned about the content your children may see on the Internet? They why are you waiting for Congress to tell you how to...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Every year, at the end of June, the Supreme Court drops its most impactful and controversial decisions, just before they go on vacation for the summer. This year, there are a plethora of decisions, and today I want to look at some of the most important. In the case of Trump v. Barbara, the court ignored the language of both the Constitution and...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – As America marks the Semiquincentennial, the Declaration of Independence invites renewed attention to its overlooked history, from July 2nd debates to New England pulpits. Understanding its origins, ratification, and enduring principles helps restore national memory and encourages citizens to preserve liberty for generations still to come in faith...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – John Adams thought this was such a momentous day that generations to come would celebrate it with devotions to God, parades, games, and even guns. That’s right, guns, not fireworks. While the states made the declaration, modern Americans have not been living up to being independent. In large part, because they are too afraid of the...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Healthcare spending amounts to almost one-fifth of the country’s gross domestic product. In less than 10 years, it’s expected that the American people will spend over $9 trillion on healthcare. Much of that will be through Medicare and Medicaid. It’s not just the federal government. The California legislature recently passed...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Like the recent fights over the SAVE and 21st Century Housing Acts. Both are unconstitutional, and both parties are fighting over them. Not about the law, but about fighting what the other side is doing. What’s worse, the fighting is expanding beyond D.C. New York State and the federal government have dueling lawsuits about whether or not to...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – For decades, the Progressive Movement has been steering our nation into the future. However, they left out what future they’ve been progressing us toward. Look at New York. The city hired a socialist mayor with promises of free stuff. However, his plan for free bus fares was based on a program out of Kansas City that was recently shut...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Federal judges increasingly claim neutrality while advancing political preferences from the bench. Judicial rulings against Trump policies, immigration enforcement, and federal grand jury subpoenas raise questions about constitutional duty, impartiality, and whether the courts still function as umpires applying law, or as policymakers shaping outcomes through personal bias and agenda...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Recently released court documents show that the Department of Justice demanded that Google identify users simply for searching for the address of the Republican or Democratic party office in D.C. at the beginning of January. Evidence has been uncovered that the Food and Drug Administration tampered with autopsy results in order to hide deaths...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Several states and the federal government have worked hard to deny you the rights protected by the Second Amendment. I guess they prioritize their power over your rights. Meanwhile, the Food and Drug Administration, along with the manufacturer of Mifepristone, prioritizes killing babies and making money over human life...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Are you proud to be an American? I am, but apparently not everyone is. A recent The Economist/YouGov survey showed that 20% of Americans are ashamed of being so. And guess which political party's members said they were ashamed 38% of the time. If you said the Democratic Party, you’d be correct...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Do data centers really consume hundreds of gallons of water a day, or is that just a scare tactic? Are rising electricity prices caused by data centers, or by politicians bribing them with tax breaks and discounted energy? Is your data safe on all those apps that you use, or is that an illusion?

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The Supreme Court approaches its yearly rush of major late-June decisions, bringing predictable political spin and punditry. Before the frenzy begins, several denied cases and looming legal battles involving gun rights, execution methods, DEI rules, federal lawsuits, election eligibility, and state court authority receive timely attention and careful review...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Trump recently said he would only sign the renewal of another unconstitutional bill, the renewal of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, if it included the SAVE Act. He wants Congress to pass not just one unconstitutional infringement on the rights of the people and their states, but two...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Racism still exists in America today. Not the racism of the 1960s, but the so-called “reverse” racism, the racism of law expectations. The racism of government policies that require voting districts to be set up not based on geography, but based on race. Policies that encourage companies to hire not based on merit or ability, but on the color of...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Government scare tactics, along with media hype, have left much of the nation with a severe case of hoplophobia. So severe that they never consider the dangers of restricting gun access. They focus on guns used for crimes while ignoring when they are used to save lives. They never consider that by limiting the number of guns, they not only limit the...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Trump has asked Senate Majority Leader John Thune to “fire” the Senate Parliamentarian. Is it based on evidence of some criminal or unethical activities? No. Apparently, Trump wants the parliamentarian fired because Trump isn’t getting his way. Is that the code of conduct we expect from the President? Georgia Rep. Andrew Clyde has filed articles of...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – America’s republic faces pressure from citizens, courts, and federal agencies that disregard constitutional limits. From FBI misconduct to appliance regulations and sweeping Google data demands, Richard Mack argues that liberty survives only when officials honor their oaths and citizens defend the Constitution against corruption, judicial overreach, and centralized power...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – From allegations of election fraud, voter registration, and questionable policies, the shine has truly left the Golden State. How else do you explain the recent exodus from a state with such beautiful scenery and abundant natural resources? With all of the advantages California has, it had to work really hard to drive so many people away...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – People claim to value their privacy, but share their most personal information with entities that most of whom will sell that data. All for the convenience of our modern world. Then, when their privacy is violated, they claim it was someone else’s job to protect it. I’m here to tell you, the person primarily responsible for protecting your privacy is...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Governments exercise their unjust powers through bribery. Some government actor promises you something, generally in exchange for your vote, then threatens to remove that promise if you don’t continue to support them. Similarly, the federal government bribes the states with money, then threatens to take it away if they don’t...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – People act as if the federal government is the supreme law of the land. They’re not. The federal government was created by the states to serve the states, which means the states oversee the federal government. This is really amazing when you realize that We the People have much more power and control over the states than the federal government...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – June’s competing declarations of pride and nuclear family values spark a sharp critique of public celebrations, cultural priorities, women’s sports, and political ego. The commentary contrasts Tennessee’s Nuclear Family Month with national trends, questions what society chooses to honor, and warns that unchecked pride carries consequences for everyone eventually ahead...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Congress has repeatedly helped destroy the housing market, and now they’re trying again. They claim that “housing affordability” is a problem, ignoring the fact that it has been the actions of Congress that have made housing unaffordable. Legislatures and Governors in multiple states are ignoring their oath to support the Constitution of...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – During my lifetime, I have watched as Marxism, under many different names, has slowly taken control of the United States. From political correctness to progressivism, it seems the American people have forgotten all of the ills that come along with this man’s theories about how the world works. Today, these theories are not only rampant in America...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Remember the 90’s and the Nanny State? Where government actors regulated our lives from cradle to grave. I haven’t heard that term used much lately, but I’m here to tell you, the Nanny State is alive and well in America today. Mayor Mamdani in New York City not only wants to protect renters from bad landlords by...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Washington warned of the dangers of political factions and party dissension. Sadly, it appears the American people have not listened. Because, just as Washington warned us, today we see one of the political parties seeking their advancement through the absolute power of an individual. This election cycle, we already have two GOP incumbents...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – A listener’s question prompts a look at whether Congress can require constitutional literacy tests for its members. The Constitution sets congressional qualifications, but voters can still demand civic understanding from candidates and themselves before empowering officials who misuse authority or ignore constitutional limits in government...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – I’m reminded of the line from the movie, The Princess Bride. “You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means.” Because when I look up “fascism” in the dictionary, I find two things. First, there’s some fascism in both major political parties. Second, one party appears to be steeped in it...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The FBI made a big announcement about nationwide violent crime going down. While that is generally good news, think about it for a second. While crime may have gone down across the nation, what about those areas where violent crime still runs rampant? Should they celebrate the fact that other parts of the country have less violent crime while...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Politics has become all about the money. Taking money from donors, spending money on campaigns, and embezzling money from taxpayers to bribe people for their votes. Once you figure out that politics is all about the money, things start to make more sense. Obama signed the Affordable Care Act, which actually made healthcare less affordable...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – It’s not just the soldier, sailor, airman, or marine who has given the last full measure of devotion, but their families as well. Those men and women who gave their last full measure of devotion. We often forget that those in the military do not take an oath to the President or even the government of the United States, but to preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Election controversies raise urgent questions about whether Americans can still trust the republic they inherit. From blocked oversight in Georgia to voter-registration fraud in Los Angeles and gerrymandering battles before state and federal courts, secrecy, legal fights, and political maneuvering challenge confidence in fair representation and self-government nationwide today again...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – A politicized judiciary raises urgent questions about constitutional limits, court packing, government weaponization, and parental rights. From Supreme Court reform battles to a Kentucky mother’s fight for school transparency, Americans face a growing concern: when politics corrupts legal institutions, where can ordinary people turn for justice and fair resolution today?

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Have you noticed how people in government get their way? By bullying and intimidation. You see, they’re hoping that you do not know your rights and just capitulate to their demands. There are reports that the CIA has seized files from the Office of the Director of National Intelligence. The ODNI denies these reports, so we’re not sure...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Democrats seem to be throwing temper tantrums because the Virginia Supreme Court found they didn’t follow the law for the recent ballot initiative to gerrymander their districts. One attorney seems to be calling for the abolishment of the state government because the Democrats didn’t get their way. It seems most politicians reason and act like children...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – There shouldn't be different standards for those in government and those of us who aren’t. For example, the FBI is probing members of the Senate Intelligence Committee for leaking classified information. Should a Senator or a member of their staff be treated differently from Joe Public? What about federal judges who seem to substitute their political agendas for...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Americans increasingly surrender their freedoms by remaining silent in the face of government overreach, cultural pressure, and attacks on free speech. From schools and sports to universities and politics, fear and conformity replace courage and independence. Freedom survives only when citizens actively defend their constitutional rights against unlawful control and intimidation...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Most people recognize that “common sense” is the rarest of elements. However, “common knowledge”, while readily available, is also quite destructive. For example, it is “common knowledge” that “gun control” laws will lower gun crime. However, the recent National Crime Victimization Survey shows that guns were used five times as often to...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – For more than 34 years, Justice Thomas has been an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court. What have we gotten out of the second-longest serving justices in American history? Some good, some bad, and some ugly. However, I must admit, I think there is more good than bad and ugly from Justice Thomas’ tenure. During that time, the SPLC...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Scandals are nothing new in the world. As new scandals are revealed, what are we doing to make sure they and their predecessors suffer the appropriate consequences for their actions? For example, the FBI recently raided the local offices and cannabis dispensaries of the Virginia Senate President Pro Tempore as part of an ongoing corruption investigation...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – I look at federal courts, especially the Supreme Court, and it seems they intentionally ignore both the Constitution and their oath to support it, just to get their way. I watch the fraud being found, first in Minnesota, then in California, and now in Ohio. And while many people are “investigating” these frauds, no one seems to mention that the...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Headlines grab attention, but they often leave crucial context behind. Deeper reading reveals legal nuances, political motives, and unanswered questions behind stories about courts, abortion, transgender treatments, censorship, anti-semitism, and gun policy. Careful readers look past click-driven framing to better understand current events, public debate, and the world around them...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – It’s almost a reflex reaction. Whenever someone sees a problem, they want a government program to fix it. Sadly, when governments get involved, things usually get worse, not better. Take, for example, healthcare. As the government has become more involved in the delivery and payment of healthcare services, quality has declined, and costs have risen...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The Trump Department of Justice has it out for the State of New Jersey. They’re suing the state for using state dollars to provide in-state tuition for illegal immigrants who live in the state. The DOJ claims this denies in-state tuition for U.S. citizens, which is laughably false. The DOJ is also suing the State of New Jersey for a state law that requires law...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Recently, the Department of Justice has been suing states for not turning over voter registration data that the feds have no legal authority to. Several federal courts have told the DOJ to go pound sand. How many states have simply handed over their data rather than protect the rights of their citizens? Based on what I’ve seen, the USA is barely a republic anymore...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The indictment of James Comey on charges of threatening the President may be a little bigger than a ham sandwich, but not much. I’m no supporter of James Comey; I think he was an abusive and destructive FBI Director, but these charges do as much, if not more harm to the republic than what Comey did...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Explores how search warrants can fail, raising Fourth Amendment concerns. Examines a controversial geo-fence warrant challenge and a deadly ATF raid involving Bryan Malinowski. Attorney Bud Cummins explains legal missteps, civil liberties risks, and the consequences when law enforcement actions cross constitutional boundaries and leave harm for families and communities...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The assassins had already made two attempts on Donald Trump's life while on the campaign trail. This past week was strike three. While the assassins haven’t been able to get their shots in on Mr. Trump, politicians and the media have. And of course, Democrats wish to disavow even a suggestion that their vile rhetoric could have inflamed these disturbed...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Virginia’s political landscape sparks controversy as leaders push gerrymandered maps, gun control delays, and a national popular vote compact. Critics argue these actions sidestep voters and concentrate power, raising concerns about constitutional limits, federal overreach, and whether state officials are acting against the will of citizens...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Since the previous presidential administration, we’ve heard a lot about weaponized government. That’s not to say that abusing one’s position is a one-sided proposition or limited to government actors. The SPLC) was recently indicted for “wire fraud, false statements to a federally insured bank, and conspiracy to commit concealment money laundering.”

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Congress is debating the latest “Farm Bill”, or as I like to call it, the “One Big Beautiful Scam”. I’ll also accept “Pork-a-palusa”. That’s because the bill, anticipated to cost over $1 trillion over the next decade, is stuffed full of government funding for illegal programs that steal money from the American people to help politicians infringe on our rights...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Justice Thomas calls Americans to take back country by learning the Constitution and acting on concerns. The piece challenges readers to engage locally, question political figures, and confront issues like the National Popular Vote Compact, urging active participation rather than passive complaint to protect rights and influence the nation’s future...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – I find it annoying how almost everyone in this country is promoting the idea that we are a democracy. Our Founding Fathers didn’t create a democracy; they created a Republic. Why? As John Adams said, “There is never a democracy that did not commit suicide.” Yet it seems every day, people are tearing down the Republic, trying to replace it with...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Citizens of both the City and State of New York have voted for socialists, whose policies are not only raising the cost of living but also driving people out. While the governor is begging people to move back to pay for their “generous social programs,” the mayor denies that rich people are leaving at all. Meanwhile, in Texas...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The House just passed another hurdle to renew Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, which allows government actors to spy on Americans. While that may not have been the intent, the 2016 Crossfire Hurricane Russia collusion hoax showed how this “law” was used to violate the rights of...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – For example, within just a couple of days, two men, one a member of the Democratic Party, the other a member of the Republican Party, resigned from Congress under investigation for sexual misconduct. I guess Epstein’s island isn’t the only hook-up joint for the rich and powerful. DHS still isn’t funded, the FISA spy clause is waiting for...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – No government program goes unpunished, as promises of help breed waste, fraud, and consequences. From healthcare reforms to relief funding, systems become targets for exploitation and overreach. Citizens face rising costs and eroding trust, raising questions about accountability, legality, and how long people tolerate programs that harm more than help...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – That is why supporting those states that are pushing back against the Trump administration's fishing expedition into their voter registration rolls is so important. Nothing in the Constitution gives the federal government authority over the list of those eligible to vote. Yes, Congress can enforce by law that people are not denied the right to...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Have you ever seen a Charlie Brown cartoon where he wants Lucy to hold the football so he can kick it? And every time, Lucy pulls the football away, and Charlie Brown ends up flat on his back. Don’t you think Charlie Brown should have learned his lesson? When I look at the American people, I see Charlie Brown, flying through the...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The niece and grand-niece of Soleimani of the IRGC, they not only entered the US, obtained permanent resident status, and even applied for citizenship, but apparently did so fraudulently. Next, we’ll look at a couple of cases involving firearms and knives. We close with the overpaid executives at the NYC Housing Authority who take over a year to fix...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Let’s not forget the individuals who are frequently impacted by these court decisions. Like Steve Bannon, whose conviction on contempt of Congress charges was remanded by the Supreme Court to the Circuit. Or Jerome Powell, who once again has been protected from a subpoena by a federal judge. It’s almost like the rule of law has been replaced by...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Americans neglect the Constitution they claim to uphold, while leaders invoke powers not granted within it. From executive orders to congressional actions, widespread misunderstanding reveals a deeper constitutional illiteracy shaping government decisions and civic responsibility today...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – If the federal government were any private organization, it would be totally bankrupt. In fact, the only reason the United States isn’t bankrupt is because people around the world still think we will pay our bills. Yet with interest on the debt each year exceeding what we pay for the Defense Department, how long can that last? ...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – And if you thought New York City electing a socialist mayor was an aberration, look to Los Angeles. Not only is the socialist candidate doing well, but a recent poll shows almost half of those polled wanted a socialist in charge. I guess freedom is just too much work, and Los Angelenos would rather be servants than masters...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Are there things that drive you nuts? Things people say or do that drive you nuts? I know I have some pet peeves that are so annoying to me, I think my head is going to explode! Take the birthright citizenship question recently heard at the Supreme Court. Every journalist, commentator, and pundit I’ve heard talk about the case says that...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Sadly, the greatest failure is the willingness of the American people to capitulate to these illegal demands, simply because they come from the government or are based on so-called experts. Our lives are regulated by numerous governments and government actors. What happens if the data those actors are using to create their regulation is garbage?

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – I explore how ethics shape public life, from Congress to elections and policy decisions. I examine recent investigations, alleged violations, and questions surrounding accountability. These examples reveal growing concerns about integrity, transparency, and trust in institutions, prompting reflection on whether ethical standards are upheld or increasingly challenged in today’s political...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Just look at the game of chicken that members of Congress have been playing with DHS funding for the past month and a half. However, unlike with cars, it’s not the politicians who are suffering the consequences, but the American people. Then there are the cities that keep playing chicken with the violent protesters. Especially when politicians refuse...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The first five words of the First Amendment are, “Congress shall make no law…”, that means that the First Amendment only applies to the federal government. And no, contrary to what the Supreme Court has said, the Fourteenth Amendment did not rewrite the First. So if freedom of speech and press are so important, what are we doing to...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Unhappy with the DHS shutdown? Offended that workers at the TSA, FEMA, and Coast Guard are being forced to work without pay while members of Congress, who caused this mess, still get their paycheck? Remember, when you voted for your member of Congress, personally or not, collectively we hired them; they are our employees...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – I warn that freedom stands one generation from extinction and argue it is our duty to teach it. I criticize government schools, political overreach, and unchecked power, urging Americans to study the Constitution, defend liberty, and raise children who understand their rights before those freedoms vanish in our nation today...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Crime appears to reward bad behavior when enforcement fails. Police actions avoid scrutiny under qualified immunity, repeat offenders face minimal consequences, and fraudsters walk away with fines. Citizens, as sovereign, keep reelecting those responsible. The cycle continues, raising urgent questions about accountability, justice, and whether consequences truly exist in today’s system...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – What happens in the courts does not stay in the courts. We the People most often exercise our right to petition the government for a redress of grievances in the courts. But how often do we check in and see how they are doing? Did you know that the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a case that will...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Read the Constitution, and you’ll see that the states created the federal government, not the other way around. Washington, D.C., has forgotten that critical fact, and so have our states. However, there are still those working within our states to restore them as overseers of the government of the United States. Here in Tennessee, the Volunteer...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The U.S. Senate is debating the SAVE Act. But half of the act is unconstitutional. Congress can adjust the time, place, and manner of elections, but only for the U.S. House and Senate. The SAVE Act claims to tell the states someone must be a citizen of the US to register to vote, even though each of the fifty states already has that requirement...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – I explore the balance of power among the three branches of the federal government, examining conflicts between executive authority and judicial rulings, questions about enforcing court orders, and how the Constitution shapes disputes when presidential actions and delegated powers face legal challenges in modern governance and constitutional interpretation debates...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – This piece explores the tension between citizens and the government meant to serve them. It questions what happens when public servants overreach, challenge constitutional limits, and pursue conflicting agendas. It also considers the responsibility of the American people to hold leaders accountable and preserve the integrity of a constitutional republic...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Think of how many recent decisions in the District Court were most likely based on an attempt to protect the American people from the so-called evil Donald Trump. How many rights have been trampled in these judges' attempts to protect us from their caricature of the current president? How many government agencies have been created...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Lucy pulls the ball away at the last moment, and Charlie Brown falls flat on his back. I think that’s a great metaphor for the American people. We keep trusting government actors to do the right thing, only to find ourselves flat on our backs, our wallets emptied, and in pain caused by government policies.

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Are you aware that not only have members of Congress settled sexual misconduct allegations with hush money, but that millions of taxpayer dollars were used? If you watch Senate Minority Leader Schumer’s rant about the SAVE Act, could you spot the lies? What about the lie in Maine when they put a convicted mail sexual predator in a women’s prison?

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – We’ve all heard Newton’s Third Law of Motion: for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. But what about the rest of life? In life, for every action there is a reaction, a consequence, but they are not always equal or opposite. Cities like Boston and states like California take action to implement high taxes and...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Politicians and public officials deflect attention from uncomfortable issues, urging people to believe there is “nothing to see.” From election controversies to protests, congressional debates, and bizarre government programs, these moments reveal how distraction, messaging, and political theater often replace accountability when embarrassing problems or contradictions come into...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – It seems just about every time we expect the government to take care of things for us, it turns into an abject failure. Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me. Fool me 10,000 times, and I’m probably an American voter. Ronald Reagan famously said that the nine most terrifying words in the English language are “I’m from the government and I’m here to help.”

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The House Oversight Committee has been busy lately, subpoenaing Attorney General Pam Bondi and issuing reports about Minnesota Governor Walz and Attorney General Ellison, not only knowing about the fraud in their state, but covering it up. What are those in Congress gonna do? Looks like nothing. Republicans in Congress have been promoting the SAVE Act...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – We live in a litigious society. However, what we sometimes find in our judicial system is more legal maneuvering than a search for justice. The Supreme Court said courts should defer to the decisions of so-called immigration courts. I say “so-called” immigration courts because they are not Article III courts but rather departments within the...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Are you prepared to defend your rights? Or are you like a growing number of Americans who are trusting Artificial Intelligence for legal and medical advice? Are you willing to trust your life, or the life of your neighbors, to an autonomous vehicle? Will you let medical associations that have shown themselves to be more and more political determine your health?

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The Supreme Court moves into the decision-heavy phase of its term, bringing key rulings and notable oral arguments into focus. Two stories involving state Attorneys General highlight the importance of watching state-level officials, while updates on the conflict in Iran add broader international context to today’s discussion...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Some claim this is war, others just another military attack. While I’m not here to debate the moral aspects of this action, the constitutional issues are up for grabs here. Did Donald Trump, as President of the United States, have the legal authority to initiate this military engagement? Are we prepared, both in the...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – There’s a parable in the Gospels that reminds us that if we are not humble, we’re likely to be taken down a notch or two. Not only do I think that’s a good lesson in general, I think it’s especially important in today’s climate. Are you familiar with the gospel story of finding a seat at a banquet? Jesus said we should not assume we...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – If you’ve ever watched a magician work, they frequently get you to focus on one place while the trick is done somewhere else. Not so surprisingly, politics works the same way. We focus so much on the circus we call Washington, D.C., that we miss what’s going on in our cities and states. Do you know what’s going on in your state?

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Meanwhile, back at SCOTUS, they claimed that the U.S. Postal Service somehow magically became a sovereign and therefore had immunity. I’d find that hilarious if it weren’t used by the USPS to protect alleged criminal activity. Seeing as the federal government doesn’t legally have sovereign immunity to begin with, I’m not sure how the court could...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Political payback escalates as Susan Rice, Donald Trump, and state officials trade threats and legal battles. From transgender policies and abortion pill disputes to vaccine liability shields, retaliation increasingly drives public life. As revenge replaces reason, Americans watch a system where power, punishment, and politics collide at every level...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – President Trump has not taken his defeat well. I would say it was more like a petulant child not getting the sugary cereal he wanted. He not only expressed his displeasure with those on the court who disagreed with him, but he also called them unpatriotic and their decision un-American. Trump completely ignored both the law and the Constitution...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Like the Rhode Island man who went into a youth hockey game and started shooting. Some outlets acted like this man’s identification as a woman was irrelevant and not even worth mentioning. Others focus so much on it that they exclude all other information. Our unwillingness to speak the truth about the entire LGBTQIA+ agenda is leading us to...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – We’ve all heard the saying that sunlight is the best disinfectant. So if there’s one thing we need in government is more sunlight. If sunlight is the best disinfectant, what are you doing to help spread the sunlight? In large part because We the People have turned over our sunlight duties to others, and as usual, they’ve dropped the ball...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – State governments shape daily life through regulations, lawsuits, and policy decisions that often escape public attention. From energy mandates and vaccine disputes to immigration trends and job losses, citizens confront consequences close to home. Vigilance at state, local, and federal levels remains essential to preserving accountability and freedom for all...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Questions arise as federal agencies, lawmakers, and public institutions face scrutiny over elections, audits, speech, and accountability. Lawsuits, investigations, and political pressure reveal competing motives and civil liberty concerns, challenging citizens to consider how power is exercised and whether oversight protects rights or undermines them in complex democratic public systems...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – We’re in the middle of another partial federal government shutdown because some people in Washington, D.C. would rather play politics and take time away than do their jobs. New York City hired a socialist mayor who thinks our federal immigration laws should follow Islamic law, and that a schizophrenic, knife-wielding person who attacks...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – I’m old enough to have seen the original Star Wars trilogy in theaters. In Return of the Jedi, the emperor tells Luke, You will pay the price for your lack of vision.” Sadly, the American people are paying the price for our lack of vision. The Trump administration recently reversed an Obama administration decision that had found certain “greenhouse gases” to be dangerous...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – They’re considering legislation to discriminate against Muslims, banning Sharia law in U.S. Court systems. The House passed the “SAVE America Act,” half of which destroys the federalism America was based on, by attempting to federalize voter registration. Probably the most interesting, is the Senate Special Committee on Aging...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The only reason the federal government hasn’t declared bankruptcy already is that countries keep pumping money into the government, praying that it won’t collapse until after they’re gone. I don’t know about you, but that doesn’t sound like they’re meeting their fiduciary responsibilities. If you want to know why fiscal mismanagement in the federal government is so...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – States often invoke their constitutional powers but ignore the duties that come with them. From Second Amendment conflicts to unauthorized international agreements and political attacks on the judiciary, this piece examines how state actions strain constitutional obligations and weaken the foundations necessary to preserve a strong and lasting union...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – We’ve seen problems in our elections, from questionable ballots to questionable voters. But what have we done to minimize the fraud? What are we doing to help ensure only legal votes are cast? Because Congress has some ideas, and while I think they’re pretty good, it seems no one has noticed that it’s illegal for Congress to do them.

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The Declaration showed the world the grievances the colonies had with their king as justification for their separation. Now, some 250 years later, are we prepared to challenge those same grievances with the federal government? What about our state governments? Unlike the colonists, we do not need a revolution to redress our grievances...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Two states offer a clear warning about what happens when government greed drives policy. California’s tax ambitions push businesses and jobs away, while New York demands national funding for long-ignored infrastructure. Both cases reveal how short-term political gain, misuse of public money, and ideological priorities undermine economic stability and public trust...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Government no longer serves as a neutral protector but acts as an aggressive force that intimidates states and citizens alike. From elections to constitutional rights, political power is wielded through coercion rather than consent. History shows bullies retreat when confronted, and freedom survives only when people recognize injustice and choose to stand up—legally, firmly, and without fear...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – America thrives not by accident, but because of liberty and the rule of law. I reflect on why a nation with unmatched prosperity and influence seems eager to undermine the very principles that made it exceptional. When borders, property rights, and equal justice are ignored, we risk destroying the freedom that has long sustained our success...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Jesus warns that no one can serve two masters, and the same truth confronts our nation today. I argue that loyalty to the Constitution is being traded for government favors and personal gain. When citizens and lawmakers choose mammon over principle, the republic itself is placed in jeopardy...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The lies behind Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and transgenderism have harmed countless people. What about the women who’ve been denied spots on teams because of the lie that a man can become a woman? What about the lies in the news? From climate change to COVID, corporate media has been found lying to the...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – I keep hearing that elections have consequences. That got me thinking, are there more consequences to our elections than most people talk about? Political attempts to manipulate elections are nothing new. From a gerrymandering state constitutional amendment in Virginia to federal attempts to impose term limits on congressional...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – With illegal immigration in the news, not to mention the demonstrations in Minneapolis, there has been a lot of talk lately about due process, especially who has a right to it. Today, we’ll cut through the hype, emotion, and political posturing to answer these two questions: what is due process, and who has a right to it?

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – What does it mean to follow a lawful order in a time of unrest? As Minneapolis and St. Paul grapple with chaos, questions arise about military duty, police authority, and constitutional obedience. Combat veteran Dr. Chase Spears examines how blurred legality, political rhetoric, and weak leadership threaten liberty and invite the path toward empire...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is leading yet another federal shutdown showdown, this time in support of those who committed crimes both in entering the United States, and those who have committed violent crimes since, rather than the people they claim to represent and the oath they took...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Later this year, the American people will hire, or re-hire, every member of the House of Representatives and one-third of the Senate, not to mention numerous state and local offices. I think this would be a good time to review just how Congress is doing and ask ourselves, should our current employees in D.C. keep their jobs?...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – “Give me your four-year-olds, and in a generation, I will build a socialist state.” Vladimir Lenin may be dead, but your education system is based on his socialist principles and run by people trained to believe in it. Based on what’s been going on lately, it appears Lenin’s goal is being achieved. Americans take their 4-5-year-old children, hand them over to...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – When will We the People stop putting up with our employees in government being derelict? When will we demand better from those so-called “public servants”? Why are so many Americans willing to put up with the kinds of dereliction of duty that have become so common in modern America? When will we stop waiting for someone to do...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – America turns to the courtroom for nearly every conflict, but the consequences reach far beyond lawyers and judges. From Supreme Court cases on surveillance, gun rights, and sports to the American Bar Association’s grip on legal education, a deeply litigious culture reshapes everyday life and raises urgent constitutional questions for the nation...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – What can you do when you see society crumbling around you? Because that is what we are seeing in Minneapolis, and sadly, it is not a unique story. This is democracy in action, mob rule, emotions, and memes over facts and reason. And while you may not live in Minneapolis, I ask you, what’s to stop this insanity from coming to your...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Minneapolis has been going crazy lately, first with reports of rampant fraud in the Somali community, then in the State government as well. Now, between the attempts to enforce federal immigration law and those attempting to prevent such enforcement, violence and threats have become the norm. Is this the result of a fascist government crackdown...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Anger simmers across politics, law, and culture as public officials evade accountability, defy common sense, and bend rules for the powerful. From impeachment efforts to courtroom absurdities and unchecked insider trading, the question remains whether justified outrage leads to action. Freedom survives only when citizens are brave enough to demand responsibility from those in power...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Does Donald Trump have the legal authority to denaturalize citizens for committing fraud? And what about members of Congress? Do they have the legal authority to simply walk into a detention center under the auspices of “oversight”? What about states passing laws to enforce Title IX’s prohibition on discrimination based on sex?...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Many Americans sense the nation is unraveling as leaders bypass the law, courts overreach, debt explodes, and trust in institutions erodes. From unchecked executive power to flawed artificial intelligence, the country drifts toward chaos unless citizens reclaim responsibility, courage, and the will to live free again...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Governor Hochul of New York is promising to make child care cheaper by taking the money from you to subsidize the child care of others. Then there’s Trump. He wants to ban institutional investment in single-family homes. Not only is that not constitutional, but based on the size of said institutional investment, it would probably raise prices, not lower...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Why did the agents get out of their car to approach the woman? Why did they have their sidearms drawn, an obvious threat? Why did they believe she was armed and dangerous? And what responsibility did the agent who was impacted by the car have, since he appears to have been walking in front of a moving vehicle?

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Most people don’t think of it this way, but when you depend on government, you not only sell your freedom, but also enslave your rights to those who wish to control you. We call ourselves the land of the free, but how can we be free when we are dependent on the government to live our lives? We will only be the land of the free if we are the...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Every so often, you’ll read or hear something and wish it just wasn’t true. Sadly, those things are frequently true, which leaves us with a choice. We can check the evidence to see if those things are true, or just bury our heads in the sand and hope it doesn’t bite us in the backside. Like the fact that the largest city in the union...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Media fixation on Washington often ignores growing abuses at the state level. From social media warnings in New York to DMV failures in California, voter roll issues across multiple states, and troubling actions by officials and journalists, state and local governments increasingly mirror the same overreach Americans expect from federal power...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Some people relish the fact that the United States is the protector of freedom and liberty in a chaotic world; others hate it. But how far does our position as the world’s police force actually go? The U.S. military invaded a sovereign nation to take into custody its leader to answer for charges against the United States in a U.S. court...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Not only are there midterm elections for Congress this year, but plenty of state and local elections as well. My question is two-fold. Are you judging the work that your elected representatives are doing, and what are you judging it against? Every election is like an employee review, a perfect time to judge the quality of their work. Sadly, I’ve seen...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – We have presidents of both parties who ignore the Constitution and rule like kings. We have judges who claim to rule like oligarchs. And we have bureaucrats who dictate like Czars how we live our lives, what we can purchase, and what we can’t, or in more and more cases must, put into our bodies. So I ask you, who’s in charge?

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Like those who claim that illegal immigrants do not substantially increase the crime rate, sadly, that appears to be based on some bad analysis of the statistics. The same appears to be true of a UK study about the rate of fatal accidents in hybrid vehicles. Then you’ve got people who seem to ignore the fundamental aspects of...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Most Americans focus on Washington while overlooking how much power rests with the states. Recent developments in Minnesota, Tennessee, and Illinois show how state actions can enable fraud, challenge constitutional principles, and infringe on individual rights, raising serious questions about legality, accountability, and whether similar abuses are happening closer to home...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Delay the exposure of malfeasance long enough, and someone will claim it doesn’t matter because it’s old. Like the claims that FBI and DOJ leadership kept obstructing investigations into then-Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and her Clinton Foundation. Now, almost ten years later, does anyone expect a fair investigation?

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Article II, Section three says that the president “shall take Care that the Laws be faithfully executed”, but what laws? The laws made by Congress? What about the supreme law of the land, the Constitution? What would it look like for a President to faithfully execute the laws of the United States? Does it involve government issuing identification and...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Many legal professionals rely more on judicial opinions than on the Constitution itself, creating a growing divide between courts and the supreme law they swear to uphold. This mindset allows judges to sidestep clear constitutional protections, raising a critical question for We the People about accountability and the future of constitutional governance...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – A survey of recent legal battles examines Supreme Court decisions, federal lawsuits, state challenges, and proposed legislation, questioning constitutional authority, government overreach, and cultural agendas while highlighting tensions between courts, states, and federal power across elections, energy policy, and religious freedom...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Congress pushes concealed carry reciprocity as courts, police leaders, and officials resist equal rights for citizens. A discussion with Sheriff Mack examines constitutional reciprocity, law enforcement opposition, and troubling court decisions. From suppressor rulings to trigger-lock proposals, the balance between delegated authority and protected liberties continues to erode nationwide...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Multiple courts have stated that while law enforcement has a public duty to protect, they do not have a duty to protect you individually. So what will you do? Will you wait, praying the good guys with guns arrive in time? Or will you prepare to defend yourself and your family? And what about states and localities that try to infringe on your right of self-defense?

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Presidential power continues to expand under both parties, with executive mandates increasingly replacing constitutional governance. From artificial intelligence policy to immigration and surveillance, illegal orders persist despite public expectations of reform. The problem endures not in the White House alone, but in representatives who fail to recognize or challenge unlawful authority...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – What about Obamacare? Do you remember the promises they made? Saving $2,500 each year, keeping your doctor, and keeping your insurance. All lies. Yet to make things “better,” Congress wants to do more of the same. Would anyone be surprised when things get worse? What about the promises of reducing drug prices? Except they haven’t gone down, they’ve gone up...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – What about the lie that the Affordable Care Act would make healthcare more affordable? That you could keep your doctor? That you were going to save $2,500 per family? Zuckerberg has bought a $300 million yacht. I have no problem with that. But when he burns over 500,000 gallons of diesel fuel a year and tells us we need to get rid of our...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Many Americans now accept federal overreach as normal, even when it violates constitutional limits. Courts assert powers they were never granted, while citizens grow dependent on unlawful federal incentives. This national complacency mirrors Stockholm syndrome, raising a troubling question: can a people remain free if they no longer defend the boundaries meant to restrain power...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The FBI has earned their reputation as enforcers and bullies for the Executive Branch. Has that changed under the Trump Administration? Have things gotten better or not? Yes, the FBI has finally arrested a suspect in the January 6th pipe bombs incident, apparently on evidence they’ve had in their possession for year...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – I examine several high-stakes cases now moving through the Supreme Court that test the limits of presidential power, from tariffs and executive authority to firing decisions and constitutional compliance. I also review a whistleblower case involving COVID-19 vaccine data and expose what I see as yet another troubling proposal from the Trump administration...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The European Union doesn’t have the same protections of free speech. In fact, they have laws that prohibit free speech because they think it may be deceptive, as Elon Musk found out. The EU has fined X $140 million dollars because of their blue checkmark and advertising. How Mr. Musk apparently responded is priceless...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – What happens when government actors ignore their oath to support the Constitution and instead decide to attack the rights of the public they claim to serve? Some good news: there’s a report on how susceptible several states are to illegal federal influence. I won’t tell you which state came in safest, but I will say I was quite happy when...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Congress moves new legislation forward, and I examine whether lawmakers honor their constitutional oath. I review the Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act, the Exclusive Citizenship Act of 2025, and the Restore Trust in Congress Act. I also address President Trump’s claim that Biden-era autopen-signed documents are invalid and explore the potential legal consequences...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – This piece challenges the morality of living off other people’s money, arguing that federal programs, state compliance, and taxpayer-funded incentives reflect a deeper culture of greed. By examining education, immigration, and welfare policies, it claims unconstitutional federal power persists because the public accepts and even demands redistributed wealth...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – I work hard for my money, yet government agencies and politicians seem to work even harder to take it. From unconstitutional ID requirements to abusive benefit programs and deceptive tax schemes, both parties fuel reckless spending while ignoring their oath to the Constitution and the financial burden placed on everyday Americans...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The United States of America has more lawyers than doctors. So it should not be a surprise that we have become a very litigious society, where most of our conflicts are resolved in courts. But are these courts of law or courts of opinions? For example, three cases before the Supreme Court may...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – I don’t know which bothers me more, the evidence that there are those who are leading this nation into a dystopian nightmare, or the willingness of the people to follow along. Like lemmings, it seems many Americans are willing to sit back and be led into a socialist dystopia, with little effort to do anything. Is this the future you want for your children?

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Widespread problems persist when citizens and leaders choose complacency over action. From illegal immigration and unchecked ideology to federal overreach in education, inaction allows harmful ideas to spread and take root. When responsibility is endlessly deferred, consequences multiply, institutions weaken, and the cost is ultimately paid by the nation itself...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – When I was young, the long arm of the law conveyed the idea that if you break the law, eventually the law will get you. Today, it seems the long arm of the law is more about political revenge than justice. Take the latest news on the Arctic Frost probe. The latest data shows that a prosecutor for Biden’s DOJ subpoenaed Verizon for Rep. Jim Jordan’s personal...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The right to keep and bear arms flows from a deeper, natural right to self-defense. This piece challenges Americans to consider not only defending themselves, but also their responsibility to defend others. It questions reliance on government protection and urges citizens to reclaim personal and communal responsibility for safety...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – While we all have a lot to give thanks for, I think limiting it to one day a year deprives us all of something important. For example, many people today stop before their feast and list what they’re thankful for: family, friends, a warm home, and a good meal. Have you taken the time to think of the small things we can be thankful for?

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Truth has a way of breaking through agendas, politics, and deception. From faith and government claims to climate hypocrisy, education, and public health narratives, moments arise when words and actions expose reality. These revelations challenge long-held assertions and remind us that truth, once revealed, brings clarity, accountability, and freedom...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The Constitution establishes a federal government with limited, enumerated powers, yet those limits are increasingly ignored. This piece questions who enforces constitutional boundaries and warns of the dangers that arise when federal authority expands without consent, oversight, or amendment, threatening liberty and self-government as power concentrates in Washington...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – What’s worse than not knowing the truth? Believing it when someone tells you the truth is a lie. Jesus said the truth will set you free. If that’s true, then the lie you call the truth will enslave you. So why is the lie of “transgender” treated as the truth? A boy cannot become a girl, and a girl cannot become a boy. Yet today, we have people fighting to protect women in...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Government spending reaches staggering levels while hidden costs pile up. Political attacks, show trials, shutdown fallout, and the erosion of sovereignty reveal how power can stretch beyond consent. With reputations, time, and freedom at stake, citizens face the challenge of keeping leaders accountable and limiting overreach in every layer of government that affects their lives...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – With all the focus on “Artificial Intelligence” and its impact on our lives, there’s one fundamental fact that keeps getting lost. These systems, like Grok, ChatGPT, and Gemini, aren’t really “artificial intelligence,” they’re imitation intelligence. By that, I mean these systems don’t artificially create intelligence; they are designed to mimic or imitate human intelligence...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Civics is rarely taught in schools, and even law students graduate without studying the Constitution. This gap fuels misunderstandings about government power, federal overreach, and citizens’ rights. By learning the Constitution ourselves, we recognize violations sooner and become better prepared to defend our freedoms. Civic understanding starts with We the People taking...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Some people claim that the First Amendment is first because it’s of first importance. But is that true? And is the Second Amendment really there to protect the first, as some people say? What if that isn’t true? Let’s take a closer look at these common statements. When the Constitution was being debated in the states...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Trust is a fickle thing. It can take years to gain and seconds to destroy. So when I found out about a Gallup poll that showed almost half of Americans do not trust the federal government, I wasn’t really surprised. However, when I dug into the details, I found much more than I was expecting. Could it be the repeated frivolous investigations into...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Recent events reveal deeper trends as shutdowns test government power, shootings expose failures of responsibility, and socialism promises more than it delivers. These issues highlight growing overreach and a widening gap between leaders and their constitutional duties. The path forward depends on citizens reclaiming limits, defending rights, and insisting on accountable leadership...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – With the Supreme Court back in session, there are plenty of cases we should be interested in. Some of the cases, the court will hear; just as important are the cases the court decides not to hear. Today, I want to take a look at some of those cases, especially those that involve the constitutional powers of government...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Everyone likes to point the finger, to blame someone for whatever mess they’re currently dealing with. When it comes to the government shutdown and its aftermath, who should we blame? So most people are pointing the finger at Congress, or more accurately, their opposing political party. But is that the source of the problem?

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – What better way to honor our veterans than by exercising the rights they defended? The best way to honor them is to exercise the blessings of liberty the Constitution was designed to defend. That is why I will have Dr. Chloe on to discuss her new book: Can I Say That: Why Free Speech Matters and How to Use It Fearlessly...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – America faces a defining choice between freedom and government control. As socialist ideas gain traction through elections and policy promises, citizens must decide whether to trade liberty for security. The movement toward socialism challenges personal responsibility, economic freedom, and family values—testing the nation’s character and shaping the future of American...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The recent elections reveal how citizens continue to repeat old mistakes, believing in promises of free benefits and government fixes. From New York’s local choices to national fiscal irresponsibility, we see lessons ignored and ideology triumphing over reality. These outcomes remind us that democracy’s strength depends on voters learning from history and demanding accountability...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – I’m sometimes amazed by the people who claim to support free speech, but don’t actually support it. From those trying to silence “disinformation” to those who won’t express ideas because they are not politically correct, censorship in all its forms is dangerous to the republic. Take, for example, the “No Kings” rallies around the country...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – For anyone who’s spent time in an arctic environment, you’re probably aware of the dangers of frostbite. In politics, we seem to have found a new type of Arctic Frost Bite. Not the freezing of your fingers and toes, but a preverbal bite in the backside from the backlash from the Arctic Frost investigation...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Too many people stop at headlines and mistake them for truth. This piece urges readers to question sources, seek original documents, and think critically about what algorithms promote. It calls on parents to guide their children’s digital lives, study legal claims in context, and uphold liberty through constant verification and thoughtful inquiry...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – That’s right, Washington, D.C., has used embezzled funds to bribe Americans into dependency on their ill-gotten gains. It’s not just federal fiscal malfeasance that’s the problem. Obamacare’s promise of more affordable healthcare has proven false, and more evidence is coming to light about fraud in the system.

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – What people believe to be true often causes more harm than ignorance itself. From the myth of a truck driver shortage to federal interference in education and growing censorship, misguided “knowledge” shapes dangerous policies. It’s time to question what we think we know—and push back against falsehoods driving today’s political and cultural divide...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Whether we’re talking about the White House renovations, the government shutdown, or our national debt, if private companies —or even individual households —worked the same way, they’d be bankrupt or in jail. But not of vaunted representatives in government. FEMA, the FDA, and even the FBI have been shown to be incompetent in their work...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Our choices reveal what we truly value. From immigration policies to gender in sports and voter integrity, actions speak louder than words. When institutions and individuals defend corruption or discrimination while claiming virtue, their real priorities become clear. Looking past headlines, we uncover what drives people—and it often challenges what they say they stand for...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Do you know that America has more lawyers than doctors? Perhaps that’s because so many Americans look to the courts not only for redress of all their grievances, but to give them their rights. But the courts are not designed to give people rights, which may explain why they keep changing their minds...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Some people claim this is about Trump being stubborn, while others point out that it’s the Democrats who are preventing a vote in the Senate. But I think a closer look at the details shows this shutdown has nothing to do with fiscal policy, healthcare, or even good governance. This shutdown seems all about the extortion of power in Washington, D.C...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The American people elevate the President to a throne, expecting him to solve every crisis and command every outcome. Power once shared now bends toward one office. When citizens treat a leader as a king, tyranny follows close behind. Lie down with tyrants, and you rise no longer free but ruled...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Labeling has become a lazy weapon in modern discourse. Instead of engaging with ideas, people throw words like “racist” or “homophobe” to silence others. This behavior reflects fear of stigma rather than truth-seeking. True strength lies in rejecting emotional manipulation and walking away from those who use labels to control conversation...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Thanks to the internet and social media, ideas are no longer filtered by elitists and their organizations. You no longer have to wait to be told what others think you need to know. Today, you can get all sorts of information, often right from the source. And boy, does that make the elitist filters mad. When a lie is called the truth, what do you trust?

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – When the Founding Fathers established this union, they did not expect the citizens to be passive participants but active in its operation. Rather than expecting others to protect their rights, they wanted people to defend their own rights. Our first Chief Justice of the United States, John Jay, told us how we could do that...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – We often talk about our need to learn the Constitution to help our state governments fulfill their duties to protect our rights, even from federal infringement. When the states remember that they are the creators of the federal government, not its vassal, then we can restore the power balance the Framers of the Constitution envisioned...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Americans are losing trust in the very foundations that hold the nation together—freedom, justice, and unity. As confidence in elections, media, and institutions fades, the branch of trust weakens beneath us. When it finally breaks, the fall will be ours, unless we remember what truly binds the United States as one...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – While the American people would appear to want to sit back and let someone spoon-feed them “the truth,” that is a guaranteed way to be fed falsehoods. If we are to know the truth, we must find it for ourselves. If you find the idea of searching for truth too much of an inconvenience, it tells me you are willing to sell your freedom for comfort, just as...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – In that Congress, the parties like to blame each other, either for the spending or the tax cuts. But our deficits have been a bipartisan problem for decades. And as many of the American people who complain about the spending and deficits, we seem to forget that it is We the People who not only place those members of Congress, but we...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The Republic faces many problems, but the real question is whether we’re using the right tools to fix them. The Constitution offers powerful means for both states and citizens to restore balance, yet too often we strike at problems with the wrong approach. It’s time to choose our tools wisely and repair the Republic...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Many Americans follow leaders without truly examining their actions or integrity. With civic education in decline and myths about the Constitution spreading, the nation drifts further from its founding principles. Like the blind leading the blind, citizens and officials alike stumble together, forgetting the oaths and truths that once defined the land of the free...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Debate grows over whether America needs another Bill of Rights. Some claim the Constitution no longer protects our freedoms, while others argue enforcement—not expansion—is the answer. From a Washington State classroom to North Carolina’s Parents’ Bill of Rights, the question remains: do we strengthen our rights with new laws or uphold the ones we already have...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Sadly, it seems that public education is more about learning what to think rather than how to think. Based on many of the discussions I’ve had across the country, critical thinking seems to be a skill many Americans have lost. I believe G.K. Chesterton once described our situation perfectly: “When men choose not to believe in God, they do not thereafter...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Labels shape how we see others, but when they harden into collectivism, individuality and freedom suffer. This piece explores how stereotypes and group identities can quietly erode personal liberty in American life, urging readers to look inward and recognize how easily collective thinking replaces independent thought and authentic self-expression...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Sure, the federal government can use some disinfecting, but so can our state governments. A U.S. Senate committee hearing has exposed the fact that the Transportation Security Administration has been spying on Americans, often for little more than exercising their First Amendment right to free association or their Fifth Amendment right of due process...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Many Americans believe the federal government holds powers it simply does not have. From so-called shutdowns to unconstitutional vaccine laws, Washington continues to overstep its limits. Despite public trust, these actions reveal how far government authority strays from the Constitution, raising urgent questions about freedom, responsibility, and the true scope of federal power...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Across America, adults act like spoiled children when they don’t get their way—throwing tantrums, lashing out, and turning to violence. From shootings and threats to political retaliation, reason gives way to immaturity. When anger replaces civility, society mirrors a playground fight instead of a democracy built on debate, respect, and accountability...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Perhaps the answer isn’t that the schools aren’t performing, but that their goals have changed. Perhaps the goal of public education is not to lift children up to a basic level of citizenship, but to “educate” them down to the lowest common denominator. Perhaps that explains why children who can recite the latest TikTok craze cannot read about it on X...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Legal trouble looms large as states push back against federal demands for voter data, sparking constitutional battles. Questions swirl around James Comey’s indictment, Congress’s authority, and FBI actions tied to January 6th. Meanwhile, mayors challenge ICE operations, testing limits of power. In a nation full of attorneys, clashes over law and politics seem unavoidable...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – How can we expect people to seek the truth when, according to the National Assessment of Educational Progress (also known as the nation’s report card), almost half of seniors are failing in math, and almost a third failed in reading? The truth is, our public education system is failing. And what some states claim as success has yet to prove itself...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – You may like one team’s agenda above the other, but are you willing to sell your rights so they can play this game with our future? Like a tag-team wrestling team, the Democrats and Republicans seem to take turns infringing on our rights. Yes, they have different agendas, but they repeatedly use the same techniques, many of which are unconstitutional, to get their way...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The United States drifts when detached from the Constitution, its true anchor. Without it, rights erode, institutions falter, and politics replaces justice. From violence against public figures to the weaponization of agencies and the rise of divisive movements, the nation veers off course. Reconnecting to founding principles restores stability, freedom, and the protection of all...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Let's face it, the United States is fiscally in a disaster. How many years has it been since Congress has passed any budget at all, much less a balanced one? Once again, we have the annual game of chicken, donkeys, and elephants about passing spending legislation or shutting down the government. Meanwhile, the embezzlement Ponzi scheme known as...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – America’s healthcare system, once praised as the best, now drives rising costs, declining quality, and worsening public health. Government mandates, failed policies, and bureaucracy weigh heavily on patients and nurses alike. Ashley Grogg, a seasoned nurse and advocate, speaks out in Resuscitating Nursing, urging bold action to revive a broken system and empower frontline caregivers...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Based on a Rutgers poll, more than half of people who identify as “left” believe assassinating a sitting president may be justified. To some, even a simple murder is terrorism. And yes, this is sick. Then we have the examples of federal actors ignoring the Constitution, like Congress’s deficit spending, the DOJ’s illegal demand for state voter registration data, while...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Many people put their faith in the idea that, when Donald Trump regained the presidency, all things would be better again. Sadly, that is not the case. There are dangers for our children. There are still those who punish people for being Christians, or Republicans, or just plain defending their rights. So what are we to do?

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – People denounce censorship while demanding it against their rivals. Critics of Biden’s speech and social media restrictions now push to silence voices supporting violence. The question rises: is free speech only for agreeable opinions? From teachers to politicians, the right to express even foolish or offensive thoughts defines liberty, yet party divisions threaten its survival...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The Constitution isn’t taught in our schools, not even our law schools. Then again, what would that matter, since the federal government has gotten involved in education, its quality has declined. Yet, despite all this evidence of failure, people still believe it is legal for the federal government to continue violating its oath to support the Constitution...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Two hundred and thirty-eight years ago, the Framers of our Constitution signed it and sent it to the states for ratification, making it the oldest national constitution in world history. Please promise me that, this year, you will read the Constitution of the United States. That you will both learn the supreme law of the land, but use it to defend and assert...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Nathan Hale famously said, "I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country.” Sadly, Charlie Kirk lost his life serving his attempts to improve this country. For this, many people have been deifying him, almost as if they want to make him a saint. Others are using this tragedy as an attempt to make Mr. Kirk a martyr for gun control...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Look at the nation around us. So-called “News” has become little more than political party propaganda. Freedom of speech is dying, on campus and in everyday life. Favorable views of socialism are increasing, while faith in capitalism is declining. Democrats are really Marxists, and many Republicans seem more interested in suppressing dissent than in...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Names carry weight, shaping how we see war, rights, and even free speech. From Trump’s push to rename the Department of Defense to Durham’s Fourth Amendment claim and censorship abroad, the struggle over words reveals hidden power. What we call things influences law, culture, and trust—reminding us that naming is never neutral...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn published the essay “Live Not by Lies.” In this essay, Solzhenitsyn encouraged people not to cooperate with the regime’s lies. I think that is good advice for Americans today. The world is full of lies. Some of those lies are serious, others may be used to protect the feelings of others. However, all of those lives come with a...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – An oligarchy is a political system ruled by a few. Contrary to popular belief, legally, the US is a republic, not a democracy. However, more and more we are being governed not by Congress, but by a small group in black robes known as federal judges. If the elected branches of government cannot do anything unless the courts approve, then we are no...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – We move through life with assumptions, but truth seekers test them against facts. Politicians, media, and experts often shape narratives while ignoring contradictions. From vaccine debates to corruption claims, the challenge remains: will we let evidence reshape our beliefs, or stay bound by bias? Freedom begins when truth outweighs comfortable opinions...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Law enforcement is meant to uphold the law, yet it increasingly serves political agendas and personal gain. From federal overreach in cities to the use of the National Guard against protests, and disputes over immigration policies, power is tested. Citizens face pressing questions when justice itself risks becoming a tool for influence rather than fairness...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Leaders in Washington repeat the same mistakes, expecting different results. Congress pushes the 25th Amendment and shutdown threats, while the president claims powers over state elections. Courts weigh battles against religious freedom, and schools hide falling standards. The cycle of political insanity continues as voters keep empowering those who fuel dysfunction and decline...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Most people I know are offering thoughts and prayers for those impacted by the Minneapolis shooting. While some dismiss prayer as useless, I believe it matters. We can learn from tragedy about protecting the vulnerable, addressing mental health, and recognizing true responsibility. Prayer changes me, and through that change, I help change the world...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Does the First Amendment protect a “media outlet” from being investigated for a crime? Does the President’s power over the District of Columbia extend to other cities? What about his executive orders? Can they criminalize certain activities? What happens when police powers are taken too far and infringe on individual rights?

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Justice delayed raises tough questions. FBI whistleblowers win settlements after years of lost rights, while the CDC only now examines COVID-19 vaccines. Washington, D.C. struggles with crime despite heightened security. These late responses show action eventually comes, but is it enough? The call remains clear: society must demand swifter accountability and protection of rights...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – History doesn’t repeat, it rhymes. From the government’s stake in Intel to an executive order banning flag burning, echoes of past mistakes appear again. Is this investment in America’s future, or a step toward communism? Does free expression still stand strong, or is censorship creeping closer? The present raises familiar and troubling questions...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The rule of law faces deep challenges as raids, investigations, and judicial actions raise questions of fairness and accountability. From John Bolton to the Clinton Foundation, political motivations and cover-ups blur justice. With courts and leaders shaping outcomes, the concern grows: how far has the loss spread, and what can citizens do to restore trust?

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Beliefs often feel certain, yet many crumble under scrutiny. From COVID safety claims to viral TikTok behavior and misleading headlines, what people “know” can prove false. Decisions built on misinformation lead to serious consequences. It’s not ignorance but misplaced certainty that causes the deepest harm, reminding us truth demands evidence, not assumption or hearsay...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Politics pushes past medicine as COVID-19, Biden’s decline, VA hospital shortages, and Illinois’ stance on masculinity show. Science and care fall to agendas, leaving veterans, families, and citizens with neglect. True healthcare means doctors and facilities serve people, not bureaucracy. Without health, nothing else matters—and it’s up to us to demand real care...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Conor Fitzpatrick joins FIRE from Detroit with deep experience in state and federal litigation. He champions the First Amendment through pro bono cases for the incarcerated, securing victories that protect free expression. Recognized with the Richard J. Seryak Award, he brings a record of defending civil liberties while also enjoying reading, running, sushi, and Detroit sports...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Firearms spark debate, yet the right to bear arms remains central to freedom. From protecting families against violence to resisting government overreach, the Second Amendment embodies self-defense and independence. Echoing Madison and Webster, the message is clear: disarming citizens risks tyranny. To remain free, the people must safeguard their natural right to defend...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – America’s republic stands apart from pure democracy, as the Founders recognize its dangers and establish a constitutional system to protect liberty. Hamilton warns against extremes, emphasizing balance. Yet today, political actors exploit elections, voting methods, and media influence to secure power. The question remains: are We the People resilient enough to safeguard our republic...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Crime shapes daily life, from city streets to the nation’s capital. Questions rise about gun-free zones, delayed firearm access, and the reliability of crime statistics. Corruption, politics, and enforcement collide as leaders face scrutiny. The real issue is not what officials promise, but how citizens protect themselves when crime and law intersect in America...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The foundation of any building determines its strength, but the foundation of Washington rests not on stone, but on money and power. Greed drives voters to demand programs and promises, fueling corruption and debt. As agencies grow and the swamp deepens, the true builders of this unstable structure remain We the People...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The second reason I cheer is because our Founding Fathers recognized not only the failures of democracy, but the dangers they represent. As John Adams wrote: “Democracy… Remember, democracy never lasts long. It soon wastes, exhausts, and murders itself. There is never a democracy that did not commit suicide.”

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The debate over gun control intensifies as focus shifts from firearms to those who own them. With the Supreme Court set to hear multiple Second Amendment cases, the outcome could shape gun rights for years. From “gun-free zones” to armed staff in Texas schools, the clash between safety, freedom, and law continues to define America’s future...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Crime in Washington, DC sparks President Trump’s executive order granting federal control of law enforcement, a move possible due to the District’s unique constitutional status. Rooted in Article I, Section 8, Clause 17, this authority highlights the tension between federal power and local governance, while other U.S. cities also struggle with turmoil and disorder...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Bureaucracies grow larger while failing at their core duties. From the Postal Service losing billions in a single quarter to the Department of Transportation mishandling aviation oversight, citizens watch waste and abuse thrive. When leaders push agencies to ignore law and Constitution, the people must recognize violations of their rights and learn how to defend them...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The love of money and the pursuit of power drive many of today’s evils. From political standoffs and union funding to illegal mandates and border crises, leaders prioritize ambition over duty. As corruption spreads, the question remains—will the people demand accountability, or continue to allow those in power to act without consequence?

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – "Failure is not an option" inspires action—but what happens when failure is inevitable? From gun control debates to gerrymandering in Texas, and the persistence of entrenched power, the question remains: is the cause worth the fight, even in defeat? This reflection challenges whether standing firm matters more than the outcome when the odds are stacked...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – I challenge the misuse of the word “democracy” when describing the United States. We are a constitutional republic, yet politicians, judges, and even senators undermine its foundations. From runaway legislators in Texas to federal judges ignoring rulings, I expose these threats and question the corruption, delays, and waste harming our nation’s rule of law and stability...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Evil and violence are as much a part of this world as the atmosphere. That’s not the way we want it, but it’s true. Since we have no real control over the violent actions of others, I think we need to focus on what we can control, how we react to the violence. Do we jump to conclusions or search for more facts? Do we run and hide, pretending evil will never touch us?

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – We all see things we’d like to change. Maybe we see an evil being done, or maybe we think we know a better way. Before we start changing things, we should understand why they are that way in the first place. I remember an old Farmer’s Proverb. Before you move a marker, find out why it was there. That’s pretty good advice. After all, that marker may show the...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Many of the restrictions found in the Constitution of the United States only apply to public entities, but not all. Take the lawsuit Donald Trump filed against 60 Minutes, CBS News, and their parent company, Paramount. Trump didn’t claim that they didn’t have the right to edit their interview with then-candidate Kamala Harris, but that they did so interfere with...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – I don’t know where some of the crazy ideas I hear people support come from. It seems the ability to think critically, to analyze what we read, even to verify what we hear, is in critical condition today. What can We the People do to stop eating the garbage that’s coming out of Washington, D.C., the media, and more and more Americans? We start by verifying, especially our...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – When truth becomes slippery, society suffers. I explore what happens when facts are twisted—whether by AI, the courts, or education policy. From false judicial opinions to historical revisionism and the rise of socialism in local politics, I challenge readers to question what’s real, who benefits from the lies, and what’s at stake when the truth is ignored...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – This set of medical ethics was also established after WWI in an effort to prevent the horrors of medical experimentation performed in Nazi Germany. The cornerstone of the Nuremberg Code is voluntary and informed consent for the patient. One of the most fundamental rights a person has is the right to their body...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – As reports and documents emerge about past administrations, I question whether we seek the truth or just consequences. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard is in the spotlight over the Russia hoax, and it’s easy to cheer when political opponents are exposed. But I remind myself: without prioritizing truth, any call for consequences is just revenge...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The Constitution of the United States created a government with limited and enumerated powers, at least according to the Tenth Amendment. Yet those limits seem to have no effect on government today, regardless of which political party is in power. Does the federal government have the authority to make a de facto national ID, where every state and federal actor has...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Americans face growing challenges in disagreeing without becoming disagreeable. From political violence to families avoiding each other over opposing views, tensions run high. I explore whether debates, lawsuits, and focusing on facts can bridge these divides. Finding common ground seems harder than ever, but honest conversation and respect remain essential for any hope of moving...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – A coup d’état is defined as “The sudden overthrow of a government by a usually small group of persons in or previously in positions of authority.” Recent news events suggest not only that there was an attempted coup in this country, but several of them. DNI Tulsi Gabbard not only accuses former Pres Obama and members of his administration of a coup...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Have you heard the saying, “Who’s watching the watchers?” Who is watching those we put in charge? Who’s watching those who are supposed to be representing us? Who’s watching those who are supposed to be watching others? If your answer is anyone other than you, then we’ve got a problem. Sure, there are plenty of organizations that investigate...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – When DOGE gets federal contracts canceled, is that just “cutting the fat” or “discontinuing essential services”? When the Department of Education cancels grants to universities, are they following constitutional limitations or destroying education? Does the Constitution mean what it says about the limited and enumerated powers of the United States...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Have you ever considered the full and true cost of government? Not just the monetary cost, which is ridiculously high, but also the other associated costs. The time and effort of complying with unnecessary regulations. The cost to your rights and liberty? What about the cost to our morals? While Donald Trump is trying to shrink the size of the...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Just when you thought it was safe to go back into the waters of our public discourse, a new crop of conspiracy theories and scandals pop up to devour your joy. Based on recent news articles, that’s exactly what seems to have happened. Did Joe Biden “sign” all those pardons? Did the United States help start the COVID pandemic?

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – What many don’t seem to notice is how far our society has progressed toward this socialist dystopia. Secrets being kept, opposition attacked, rule for thee but not for me are running rampant in America. A recent article asked an interesting question: “Why So Many Young Americans Fall for Socialism?” I think I have the answer...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – When the Secret Service suspends a group of agents, is that the whole truth about the failures in Butler, PA? What about the IRS's new position on the Johnson Amendment? We shouldn’t forget about the truth of instances of antisemitism in higher education and the attempts by some politicians to use it for their own gain.

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – When people shout “No Justice, No Peace,” are they really seeking justice or just revenge? I question whether recent actions by political leaders and officials reflect a true pursuit of justice or a cycle of political retaliation. Join me as I explore the difference between justice and revenge in today’s headlines and what it means for our society...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The Supreme Court may be in recess for three months, but technically, the job never stops. Today, I want to examine some recent work that the Supreme Court has been doing, illustrating just how much courts, rather than representatives, govern our lives. For example, it was the Supreme Court that recently cleared the judicial hurdles to the...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – So much of what people claim as truth just isn’t so. I explore how misinformation spreads, using recent examples from public figures like Adam Schiff and AOC. From tariffs to Medicaid and protests, I show how what we “know” can be dangerously wrong. Trust, but verify—and question what passes for common knowledge in today’s media landscape...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The only thing more heartbreaking than the news coming out of the Texas flood is the disgusting politicians dancing on the devastated lives of the survivors for their own political gain. Personally, I think I’d rather have a tick than associate with such twisted and disgusting examples of the worst of humanity. We often make fun of...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Because activism can be in support of good causes, such as freedom and liberty, or for evil causes, like attacking law enforcement, activism can be conducted legally, through peaceful protests, or illegally, through violent demonstrations. Do you have a positive or negative view of activists? Does it depend on the goal of the activism?

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – In this episode of The Constitution Study, I reveal how politics and media use misdirection—just like a shell game—to hide the truth from the American people. From deceptive news reports to political sleight of hand, I explore how these tactics shape public perception and what you can do to see through the distractions and find the real objective...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Modern presidential debates have become more about spectacle than substance. I question policies by asking whether they’re constitutionally sound, rather than following party lines or personalities. By debating the actual powers granted to the government, I seek truth and clarity in evaluating issues like border security and federal laws, always prioritizing the Constitution as my guiding...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Like the fact that only two men signed the Declaration on July 4th, 1776. That the lower case “u” in the united States was not an accident. That the Declaration created not one country, but thirteen. And that, while the lofty goal of Thomas Jefferson, the recognition that all men are created equal, has not yet been reached, it is more widespread and...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Every year, at the end of June, the Supreme Court goes on summer recess. Just before they leave, they like to drop their most important and controversial decisions on the American people. This year is not different. For example, can District Court Justices issue nationwide injunctions? Can parents demand the opportunity to opt their children out of certain public school content?

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Ever wish for something, only to regret it once it arrives? I explore how our desires can backfire, from disappointing Christmas gifts to bigger issues like immigration and politics. Using real examples, including Kilmar Abrego Garcia and Joe Biden, I reflect on the timeless warning: be careful what you wish for—you just might get it...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – When mistakes happen in politics, the best solution is swift correction—sometimes by electing new leaders, sometimes by holding current ones accountable. From FBI revelations to controversial policies and disputed signatures, recent events raise questions: Are errors being fixed, or is it just politics as usual? What does it mean for democracy and everyday Americans...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Many people have been complaining about rogue judges lately. Some people are asking why the Supreme Court doesn’t take action against them. This leads me to something I say quite often, “it’s not what you don’t know, but what you know that just ain’t so that really bites you in the backside.” Not only does the Supreme Court lack the legal authority to rein in...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Exploring the adage “live by the sword, die by the sword,” this piece examines Americans’ shifting reliance on courts to secure rights—and how the same tribunals can curtail them. From recent California’s climate and gun rulings to Louisiana’s First Amendment missteps and Tennessee’s adherence to constitutional language, it highlights a justice worried about ideological decision-making...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Ronald Reagan said, “A government bureau is the nearest thing to eternal life we’ll see on this earth.” Almost as sure as the eternal existence of a government bureau is the likelihood that they’ll screw things up. Let’s face it, governments tend to screw up just about everything they touch. I say just about because, if government screwed up everything it touches it would...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Like the Nuns in New York who are suing the state for requiring them to provide abortion in their employee healthcare. Or the case where the United States sued the State of Tennessee for banning sexual identity procedures on minors. Or the right of the States of Oklahoma and Utah to have their case against the EPA heard in their Circuit Court rather than...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Analysis of the recent American B-2 bomber strike on Iran’s nuclear sites, exploring claims of destroyed facilities, disputed material relocations, and geopolitical fallout. Unpacking Washington’s decision bypassing Congressional consultation, reactions from lawmakers including calls for impeachment under the War Powers Act, and Tehran’s declaration that all retaliatory options remain...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – What you choose to support reveals your values, beliefs, and limits. From political endorsements and policy stances to civic actions and social movements, every decision signals who you are. Exploring recent news events—from legislation and protests to electoral outcomes—offers insight into the moral fabric and priorities of diverse communities nationwide...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Why do so many people hide reality, despite Jesus’s promise that truth frees us? This discussion examines instances of concealed truths—from the quiet release of a puberty blocker study after disappointing results, to politicians spreading lies about firearm silencers and gender privacy in locker rooms—highlighting the stakes of suppressing facts in faith, health, and culture...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Have you ever considered just how complicated our relationship with law enforcement really is? We want them around when something goes wrong, but not when we’re doing something wrong. We want them to enforce the law against others, but to show mercy to us. We need someone to enforce the laws, then complain when they do so...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – The outcome of elections not only determines who holds office but also the policies that are promoted, the laws that are passed, and whether or not those laws are enforced. So, whether you take your civic duty to vote seriously or not, elections have consequences. While this can be seen in the LA riots, which are not spreading to other...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Two hundred fifty years after the Battle of Bunker Hill, Americans commemorate a pivotal moment in history even as fresh unrest erupts in major cities. Los Angeles faces ongoing riots under FBI and LAPD scrutiny, probing potential conspiracies. Meanwhile, reports surface of a Chinese national seeking dangerous biological materials, raising alarming security questions and tensions...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Did you forget Flag Day? I almost did. So I wanted to take some time today to remember the adoption of our nation’s first flag, and to pledge allegiance to both it and the Republic for which it stands. Perhaps remembering our flag and the republic for which it stands will help us navigate the troubled waters of our lawless actions and...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – I unpack the Supreme Court’s early summer rulings in this data dump, focusing on three pivotal decisions and spotlighting two explosive news items heading toward litigation. This annual “silly season” delivers legal drama and truly landmark verdicts, and I guide readers through these initial opinions while previewing the bombshell cases that loom on the horizon...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Debate over presidential power intensifies as one administration attempts to reverse its predecessor’s directives through executive orders while courts intervene at every turn. From transgender healthcare guidance to immigration protections, legal battles unfold in lower courts and reach SCOTUS. This exploration examines separation of powers, authority limits, and the judiciary’s role in...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Seeing is believing, right? Not according to many in the corporate media or politicians. They keep telling us to ignore our “lying eyes” and believe what they say. This is why the first founding principle of The Constitution Study is, “It’s only an opinion unless there’s proof.” So, when multiple “news” outlets claim the riots in LA are just “peaceful protests” or...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Did the people of Newark consent to a mayor who tried to illegally enter an ICE facility? Do the people of Maine consent to their legislators trying to pass a “red flag” law? Do the people of Texas and Tennessee consent to what’s being taught in the taxpayer-funded universities? If the just powers of government are limited to our consent...