Celebrate the signing of our foundation document in 1787.
Legal historian Jack Rakove notes that Madison favored a Senate based on population, not two per state. [Of course, he was from a big state.]
NYT has long piece with data showing how the US system deviates from representing public opinion.
Charlie Savage has new documents showing DOJ legal opinions on war powers.
In 60 Minutes interview, Biden warns Russia of Ukraine escalation.
Economist says Poland is opening a canal to bypass Kaliningrad.
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