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Origin of Inquiry
- Jad Abumrad's initial encounter with the Supreme Court sparked a curiosity about the Commerce Clause's significance.
- This led to exploring its influence on various aspects of American life.
Unified Currency
- The existence of a unified national currency demonstrates the Commerce Clause's impact.
- Historically, varying state currencies created trade inefficiencies.
The Filburn Case
- Roscoe Filburn, a farmer, challenged the government's wheat quota, arguing his excess wheat was for personal use.
- This case highlighted the Commerce Clause's reach into individual activities.