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Privateering: Embracing Constitutional Piracy
Exploring the little-known clause of letters of Mark and reprisal in the Constitution allowing for government-sanctioned piracy, highlighting the role of privateers in capturing British ships for America's victory. The chapter follows the speaker's pursuit of a letter of Mark from Congress, recounting interactions with Congressman Ro Khanna and discussing experiences in method writing to live out historical scenarios.