The Declaration of Independence, with its block of cursive letters scrawled onto parchment, looks like a relic from the distant past. Likewise, you might think the 27 grievances against King George ...

Perspective: The Revolution rested on real grievances and genuine ideals. It was also sold through selective memory.

Joseph J. Thorndike examines the historical context behind the single tax grievance in the Declaration of Independence.

We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain ...

As America celebrates its 250th birthday, understanding the Declaration of Independence remains vital to our republic.

If you do nothing else this Fourth of July, take a moment to reflect on the magnificent gift given to us by the Second ...

Most importantly, perhaps, we need to remember that the Declaration of Independence was proclaimed and signed by members of ...

It still continues because the flame of liberty and independence still burns in the heart of every American patriot.” With ...

Links to some of my previous writings on these topics, which remain relevant on the 250th anniversary of the Declaration.

I frequently answer constitutional questions from individuals who want to know more about the relationship between the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence. Most of them understand that ...