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Randy Barnett: Originalism, Obamacare, and the Libertarian Movement

The Reason Interview With Nick Gillespie

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Navigating the Commerce Clause and Cannabis Law

This chapter examines the Supreme Court's interpretation of the commerce clause through landmark cases related to marijuana regulation, revealing the distinction between economic and non-economic activities. It highlights the significance of the Lopez decision and the Rach case in shaping federalism and personal freedoms concerning cannabis use. The discussion further explores the evolution of marijuana legislation in California and the cultural shifts towards acceptance of medical marijuana influenced by judicial outcomes.

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