Legal discussions of constitutionalism will typically focus on national developments and differences between various national constitutional systems. However the focus of my remarks will not be on national constitutions and constitutional courts—at least not directly—but rather on the idea of supranational or European constitutionalism. This is an idea that holds great appeal to many lawyers and politicians... [Read more!]

Establishing a strong system of constitutionalism is crucial for the development of modern statehood and the democratic institutions of Georgia. An indispensable prerequisite for this end is the existence of a constitution that ensures the principles of democratic governance, human rights, and rule of law. The Constitution of Georgia, adopted on August 24, 1995, is an endeavor in this direction. At the same time, we must analyze those political and legal traditions and documents, which, along with the modern global experience in constitutionalism, laid the ground for the present supreme law of Georgia and its future development. [Read more!]

Richard Brookhiser's book examines the life of America's fourth President, James Madison, including his role in advising Thomas Jefferson, his relationships with various Founding Fathers, including George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, and Alexander Hamilton. Featuring Mr. Richard Brookhiser, Author of James Madison and Columnist for American History and National Review Magazines, and Mr. James A. Haynes of the Federalist Society's Professional Responsibility & Legal Education Practice Group Executive Committee and Baltimore Lawyers Chapter. [Listen now!]

Last year, using a drone missile strike, the U.S. killed Anwar al-Awlaki. Questions were raised about the legal and constititional authority to target a U.S. citizen abroad. In recent remarks delivered by Attorney General Eric Holder, the administration offered its most detailed legal defense to date. Our experts recently discussed this legal rationale, and the future of targeting U.S. citizens. Featuring Prof. Michael W. Lewis of Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law and Prof. Stephen I. Vladeck of American University Washington College of Law. [Listen now!]