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The Dobbs Fallout – Undermining Madisonian Democracy and Threatening Fundamental Liberties
My fellow Ohioans: The US Supreme Court's 2022 decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization [fn 1] marked a critical divergence from the principles championed by James Madison and other Founders at the time of the ratification and implementation of the United States Constitution. Two years later, it is clear that Dobbs unleashed far-reaching consequences for American federalism and individual rights, posing significant threats not just to reproductive freedom, but to our...
The Dobbs Fallout – Undermining Madisonian Democracy and Threatening Fundamental Liberties
My fellow Ohioans: The US Supreme Court's 2022 decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization [fn 1] marked a critical divergence from the principles championed by James Madison and other Founders at the time of the ratification and implementation of the United States Constitution. Two years later, it is clear that Dobbs unleashed far-reaching consequences for American federalism and individual rights, posing significant threats not just to reproductive freedom, but to our...
Essay No. 18: The Irony of "Liberty" in Texas and Ohio — Inconsistency in Upholding Individual Rights
HEADLINES:TEXAS SUPREME COURT TEMPORARILY HALTS RULING ALLOWING DALLAS WOMAN TO GET AN ABORTION [fn 1]TEXAS AG THREATENS TO PROSECUTE DOCTORS IN EMERGENCY ABORTION [fn 2]My fellow Ohioans: Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s recent intervention in a judicial proceeding related to a legal health-based abortion petition, and particularly Paxton’s express and implicit threats to prosecute the healthcare team involved in the patient petitioner’s care, represents a stark and alarming example of go...
Essay No. 18: The Irony of "Liberty" in Texas and Ohio — Inconsistency in Upholding Individual Rights
HEADLINES:TEXAS SUPREME COURT TEMPORARILY HALTS RULING ALLOWING DALLAS WOMAN TO GET AN ABORTION [fn 1]TEXAS AG THREATENS TO PROSECUTE DOCTORS IN EMERGENCY ABORTION [fn 2]My fellow Ohioans: Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s recent intervention in a judicial proceeding related to a legal health-based abortion petition, and particularly Paxton’s express and implicit threats to prosecute the healthcare team involved in the patient petitioner’s care, represents a stark and alarming example of go...
Essay No. 17: Uphold or Resign - “Christian” Nationalists’ Extremist Threat to Democratic Norms
My fellow Ohioans: There can be no liberty where the legislative and executive powers are united in the same person, or body of magistrates,'' or, "if the power of judging be not separated from the legislative and executive powers…James Madison, Federalist No. 47, quoting Montesquieu [fn 1]In the wake of the Supreme Court's Dobbs [fn 2] decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, [fn 3] a new fault line has emerged in American politics, one that not only concerns the right to abortion bu...
Essay No. 17: Uphold or Resign - “Christian” Nationalists’ Extremist Threat to Democratic Norms
My fellow Ohioans: There can be no liberty where the legislative and executive powers are united in the same person, or body of magistrates,'' or, "if the power of judging be not separated from the legislative and executive powers…James Madison, Federalist No. 47, quoting Montesquieu [fn 1]In the wake of the Supreme Court's Dobbs [fn 2] decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, [fn 3] a new fault line has emerged in American politics, one that not only concerns the right to abortion bu...
Essay No. 16: The Voice of the Majority: Upholding Democracy Post-Issue 1
My fellow Ohioans: In the wake of Ohio's historic support of Issue 1, where a substantial 56% majority has spoken, the essence of democracy demands respect for the people's choice. The passage of this constitutional amendment is not merely a policy shift; it is a declaration by Ohioans affirming their natural rights to liberty, autonomy, personal choice, and privacy. It is a clear statement against government overreach and intrusion. Yet, despite this clear mandate, the extremist Re...
Essay No. 16: The Voice of the Majority: Upholding Democracy Post-Issue 1
My fellow Ohioans: In the wake of Ohio's historic support of Issue 1, where a substantial 56% majority has spoken, the essence of democracy demands respect for the people's choice. The passage of this constitutional amendment is not merely a policy shift; it is a declaration by Ohioans affirming their natural rights to liberty, autonomy, personal choice, and privacy. It is a clear statement against government overreach and intrusion. Yet, despite this clear mandate, the extremist Re...
Essay No. 15: Issue 1: Draw the Line for Liberty, Freedom, and Privacy
My fellow Ohioans: Liberty, freedom, and privacy are central to Issue 1. When Ohioans vote on Issue 1 on November 7th, they are not merely participating in a democratic process. They are making a profound statement about the sanctity of individual liberties, including their freedom to make personal choices and their right to privacy. Liberty and freedom are not just abstract ideals; they are the lifeblood of a democratic society. They represent the space in which individuals can pursue their ...
Essay No. 15: Issue 1: Draw the Line for Liberty, Freedom, and Privacy
My fellow Ohioans: Liberty, freedom, and privacy are central to Issue 1. When Ohioans vote on Issue 1 on November 7th, they are not merely participating in a democratic process. They are making a profound statement about the sanctity of individual liberties, including their freedom to make personal choices and their right to privacy. Liberty and freedom are not just abstract ideals; they are the lifeblood of a democratic society. They represent the space in which individuals can pursue their ...
