Lesson Eight | The People are the Most Powerful and the Most Dangerous

Lesson Eight | The People are the Most Powerful and the Most Dangerous

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Because the People are sovereign, they are the most powerful element in our country, and therefore, the most dangerous. The Founders had the unique idea of wholly excluding the People from the administration of government while maintaining consent through periodic elections. To prevent the government from becoming tyrannical, the people gave the different powers of government to three separate institutions.

Discover the profound truths of the Constitution in an entirely new way through Hillsdale College’s “Introduction to the Constitution.” Find yourself at the table with Dr. Larry Arnn, as he teaches his students the principles of liberty. Experience the lively discussions that take place as students explore the implications and beauty of our Constitution