In a liberal democracy, the government can only morally do what the governed have affirmatively authorized it to do, writes Andrew P. Napolitano. This is not the case with Trump’s war on Iran.
War is the most horrific series of events upon which any government can engage. It is systematic, industrialized, indiscriminate killing. It kills innocent adults and little girls. It often ruins the post-wa...
The article raises concerns about the erosion of checks and balances in the U.S. political system, particularly with regards to war-making powers. By focusing on the 2003 Iraq War, it argues that the Executive branch has usurped Congress' constitutional role in declaring war. This is seen as a dangerous precedent that undermines democratic accountability and the rule of law.
Patterns detected: ARC-0043 Motte-and-Bailey (the article presents a strong argument against Executive overreach while als...