Guardians of Constitution: The Fight for State Authority

This chapter explores the complexities of state governors' power over National Guard troops, emphasizing the need for constitutional adherence before military deployment. It highlights grassroots activism surrounding the 'Defend the Guard' bill and its implications for war authorization, alongside personal anecdotes that illustrate the human cost of war. The discussion critiques the erosion of legislative checks on military action and the moral dilemmas faced by state legislators amid federal pressures.