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Checks & Balances

Protecting the Constitution and rule of law against illiberalism, without regard to political party or partisan affiliation. Checks & Balances is a newsletter of the Society for the Rule of Law Institute.

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A Better Answer to an Unpopular Court

When the Court makes an unpopular decision, it’s up to the Legislative Branch to change the law.

Society for the Rule of Law Highlighted by the National Trust for Historic Preservation

National security is not a valid reason for ignoring the Constitution.

Society for the Rule of Law Highlighted by Democracy Defenders Fund

The injunction halting construction of President Trump’s ballroom must be stopped.

“We Don’t Just Have One Constitution. We Have Fifty-One.” w/ Justice Clint Bolick

Arizona Supreme Court Justice Clint Bolick on state constitutionalism and four key principles to defend against overreach.

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Roberts’ Rules

Both the Left and the Right have their fair share of criticism of the Roberts’ Court. But both are misplaced.

Supreme Court Amicus Brief in the White House Ballroom Case

“The principles at stake here are timeless and fundamental... no matter how strongly the President wishes for a ballroom.”

Gregg Nunziata in MS NOW

Todd Blanche's choice to be sworn in by Emil Bove was a deliberate statement.

Our Supreme Court Brief, Announcing our Elections 2026 Event, Our Rule of Law Summit, and more

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"It Takes a Village"- How We Steward Civic Landmarks

Distinguished Panelists Explore the Challenges of Monument Preservation

Stephen Richer on How Elections Actually Work

Former Maricopa County Recorder Stephen Richer explains why he believes in the integrity of our elections.

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Upcoming Webinar: "A Monumental Question"- Stewarding America's Civic Landmarks

How can the Rule of Law Govern our most Cherished Monuments?

The Past, Present, and Future of the Conservative Legal Movement

John Malcolm on the rise of originalism, its critics on the right, and what holds the movement together.

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The Crime of Aggression, and what the U.S., and the World, Risks Losing in Ukraine

Russia's aggression against Ukraine is a clear violation of international law.

Supreme Court Amicus Brief Against Executive Order 14399

The injunction against EO 14399 must stand.

Federal Vacancies Webinar, Our Podcast, and Our New Rule of Law Ambassadors

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