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Live at the National Constitution Center

Constitution Drafting Project: A Discussion of Five New Amendments

Feb 6, 2024
Caroline Fredrickson, Timothy Sandefur, and Ilan Wurman discuss their approaches to constitution drafting in the Constitution Drafting Project. They cover topics such as amending the Constitution, determining presidential eligibility, reinvigorating Congress, term limits for Supreme Court justices, and the influence of the Declaration of Independence on proposed amendments.
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  • The National Constitution Center's Constitution drafting project showcased the potential for civil discourse and the possibility of constitutional agreement in a polarized age.
  • Amending the Constitution is essential to maintain its relevance for future generations and address the changing needs of society.

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The Landmark Constitution Drafting Project

The National Constitution Center's Constitution drafting project brought together three teams of constitutional scholars to draft constitutions from scratch. Surprisingly, there was significant overlap in the constitutions produced, and the teams agreed on five amendments to the Constitution. This project showcased the potential for civil discourse and the possibility of constitutional agreement in a polarized age.

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