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The Neglected Constitutional History That Disqualifies Trump

Amicus With Dahlia Lithwick | Law, justice, and the courts

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The Importance and Misinterpretation of Section 3 of the 14th Amendment

This chapter explores the significance of Section 3 of the 14th Amendment, which disqualifies federal officials who have committed insurrection from holding office. It delves into the historical context of the Reconstruction era and how the amendment aimed to address the consequences of the Civil War. The chapter also discusses the unintended consequences of amnesty granted to former Confederates and the potential implications of enforcing the unenforced section of the voting amendment today.

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