#1328 Constitutional Correspondence

What would fix this country? Almost the number one thing would be: take money out of politics.
— Clay S. Jenkinson portraying Thomas Jefferson

We continue our current theme of constitutional discussions by reading and considering listener mail, including a number of specific suggestions for constitutional amendments. We also share a report from a listener who visited Monticello when Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner were there.

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This episode includes correspondence from Gina Douglas, Paul Kaster, and Cheryl Leonhardt.

Further Reading


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So, This Is Representation?

The Jefferson Watch

Read this week's Jefferson Watch essay, “So This Is Representation?”


What Would Jefferson Do?

 
 
They watched with some fascination, but also condescension, as we attempted to create an American republic.
— Clay S. Jenkinson portraying Thomas Jefferson

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