American Heroism

What is the meaning and importance of heroism to the U.S.? What is the future of heroism in the internet age (and following the Trump presidency)?​

• "Everyone Agrees that McCain is a Hero"

• "Who is Your Hero?"

• "Heroes and American politics"

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Three-term Presidents

Under the terms of the U.S. Constitution, a twice elected president (like Obama or Bush) could once again become president. How does that work and why is it a good idea?

• "The Twice and Future President"

• "The Twice and Future President Revisited"

• "How to Bring Back Bill"

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Televising the Supreme Court

Congress has the constitutional authority to compel the Supreme Court to televise its public sessions. How does that work and why is it a good idea?

• "Congress's Power to Compel the Televising of Supreme Court Proceedings"​

• "Constitutional Etiquette and the Fate Of "Supreme Court TV"

• “Supreme Court TV: Televising the Least Accountable Branch?”

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Zombies, Dystopias, and Bad States

Why are we so interested in zombies, dystopias, and apocalyptic themes in our popular culture? What does understanding this material teach us about today's politics and society?​​

• "Why Zombie Lit Should be on the President's Reading List"

• "What Our Dystopian Moment Teaches Us About Fatherhood and Kids"

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