Without the Constitution, America would be an entirely different place. The Constitution, while wounded in a few places, is mostly alive and well. It still matters very much. The public’s perception of the Constitution is often formed by a misreported sample of cases. The Constitution was not designed to solve all human problems, and misinterpretations can be corrected over time. Even if mistakes occur, the Constitution still matters. Without the Constitution, certain clauses and requirements would not exist. President Obama’s natural born citizenship debate is a prime example of why the Constitution matters. If the Constitution didn’t matter, there would be no reason for such discussions or debates.
Imagine a World Without the Constitution
- The Supreme Court wouldn’t uphold the First Amendment, restricting religious freedom and potentially leading to the non-existence of independent newspapers.
- If the government seized your land, you would receive no compensation.
- Owning a gun would be prohibited.
- The length of presidential and congressional terms would be at the whim of those in power.
- Past presidents could potentially serve multiple consecutive terms, like President Obama running for a third, fourth, or even fifth term.
- The Electoral College system, outlined in the Constitution, played a crucial role in electing President Trump in 2016.
- Due process rights, outlined in the Constitution, allowed Trump to remain free and run for president again.
- Under a disregard for the Constitution, even non-native, underage individuals could become president.
- The Constitution mandates elections, ensuring a democratic process that reflects the will of the people.
Why Dismissing the Constitution Is Dangerous
The harmful belief that the Constitution is irrelevant can lead to dire consequences. Without it, there is no legal foundation for challenging election fraud or rights violations.
If we disregard the Constitution, we lose the basis for defending essential rights like freedom of religion, speech, gun ownership, and property rights.
It’s crucial not to take these rights for granted, as they are protected by the Constitution.
Views expressed in this article are opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Epoch Times.
