Advisory Opinions Prof. Will Baude on Section 3, Insurrection, and Trump
Oct 3, 2023
Constitutional law expert Prof. William Baude joins Sarah and David to discuss why he thinks Trump's actions in 2020 might disqualify him from running again. They analyze the interpretation and implications of Section 3, the phrase 'preserve, protect, and defend,' and eligibility determinations. They also touch on historical events, the appearance of newborn babies, a football game between the Chiefs and Jets, and trends in athlete facial hair.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Interpretation and Implications of Section 3
04:25 • 13min
Interpretation of the Phrase 'Preserve, Protect, and Defend'
17:19 • 29min
Interpreting the Constitution and Eligibility Determinations
46:11 • 23min
Understanding 'Normalcy' in American History
01:08:42 • 12min
Discussion on Newborn Baby's Appearance and Meeting Taylor Swift at a Game
01:20:15 • 2min
Discussion of a Football Game Between the Chiefs and Jets
01:21:48 • 2min
Trends in Athlete Facial Hair and Speculation about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelsey
01:23:21 • 3min