Constitutional Hierarchy of Rights

The Constitution of the United States, along with its Amendments and the Bill of Rights, provides a well-established hierarchy of rights designed to protect individual freedoms and establish a government accountable to the people. These rights are intentionally arranged to uphold fundamental liberties, prioritize individual and state sovereignty, and limit government intervention. Understanding this hierarchy…

Natural Rights Theory: Limitations on Government Power

The concept of natural rights theory plays a crucial role in the philosophical and political landscape by asserting that certain fundamental rights are inherent to human beings and exist independently of government authority. This principle acts as an essential safeguard against governmental overreach, reminding citizens and leaders alike that rights are not granted by the…

My Political Philosophy – Protect the Rights of Everyone

As a Christian conservative, the foundation of my political philosophy is deeply rooted in one of the most powerful and timeless phrases from the Declaration of Independence: “…all men are created equal… [and] are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” This profound…