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The Liberty Amendments by Mark R. Levin
The Liberty Amendments by Mark R. Levin
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The Liberty Amendments: Restoring the American Public
by Mark R. Levin
"Eleven specific prescriptions for reclaiming the American Republic through the Framers’ original design."
⚖️ A CONSTITUTIONAL ROADMAP FOR REFORM
In this #1 New York Times bestseller, Mark R. Levin provides a definitive strategy for utilizing Article V of the Constitution to restore state sovereignty and limit the reach of a centralized federal government.
Extended Synopsis
In The Liberty Amendments, Mark R. Levin builds upon the philosophical foundations laid in his previous works, Liberty and Tyranny and Ameritopia. Levin argues that the current state of the American government—characterized by an all-powerful central bureaucracy—is a departure from the social compact envisioned by the Founding Fathers. To rectify this, he turns to the Constitution itself, specifically Article V, which provides the people and the states the authority to bypass a recalcitrant Congress and propose amendments directly.
Levin details eleven specific "Liberty Amendments" designed to restore the balance of power. These proposals include mandatory term limits for members of Congress and Supreme Court justices, strict limits on federal taxing and spending, and a mechanism for states to overturn federal laws and regulations. Drawing on the wisdom of James Madison, Benjamin Franklin, and Thomas Jefferson, Levin offers a pragmatic and historically grounded approach to reclaiming individual liberties and preserving the American Republic for future generations.
Author Profile
Mark R. Levin is a renowned constitutional lawyer, host of the nationally syndicated radio program The Mark Levin Show, and chairman of the Landmark Legal Foundation. He served as a top advisor to several members of President Ronald Reagan's cabinet. A #1 New York Times bestselling author, Levin is widely recognized for his expertise in American history and constitutional law.
Reader Targeting & Academic Utility
- Political Science Students: A vital text for studying the Article V amendment process and contemporary federalist theory.
- Constitutional Scholars: Provides a modern application of the Framers' intent regarding state-led constitutional conventions.
- Civic Groups: An essential handbook for organizations focused on government accountability, term limits, and fiscal responsibility.
Key Proposals & Themes
- Explains the "Convention of States" process as outlined in Article V.
- Proposes specific language for term limits and balanced budget requirements.
- Addresses the role of the administrative state and judicial overreach.
Product Specifications
| ISBN-13: | 9781451606324 |
| ISBN-10: | 145160632X |
| Publisher: | Threshold Editions |
| Binding: | Paperback |
| Publication Date: | 2014-05-13 |
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