Topic: Tenth Amendment

The hosts criticize Attorney General Jeff Sessions for his stance on federal marijuana enforcement, arguing it violates the Tenth Amendment and state rights. They suggest that Republicans who claim to be constitutionalists should support the right of states to legalize cannabis. A tabloid story about Tiffany Trump is briefly mentioned.

Former Sheriff Richard Mack discussed the constitutional power of county sheriffs on Thom Hartmann's program, arguing they are the highest law enforcement officials because they are directly elected. The debate centers on the Tenth Amendment versus the Supremacy Clause and the hierarchy of federal agencies like the FBI compared to local sheriffs. The hosts explore the overlapping jurisdictions of sheriffs and city police in various states.

Commentators on MSNBC are framing the push for an assault weapons ban as a political strategy to alienate female voters from the Republican Party. The discussion clarifies that the Second Amendment is a restriction on federal power rather than a right granted by the government, highlighting the importance of the Tenth Amendment. Critics argue that media figures are misrepresenting the "will of the people" regarding high-capacity magazines and background checks.

During a dinner with "Obama-bot" friends, one host observed a total apathy toward the Syrian conflict. Instead, the group focused on the Department of Justice's decision not to challenge marijuana legalization in Washington and Colorado. The host argues that this "inward draw" and refusal to discuss foreign policy indicates a breakdown in the ability of supporters to process the administration's actions.

The discussion focuses on the constitutional conflict between federal drug laws and state legalization. Adam Curry criticizes the media meme that "federal law trumps state law," arguing that the Tenth Amendment reserves such powers to the states. He references a disagreement with Roger Chang on the "This Week in Tech" (TWiT) network regarding this legal interpretation.

The discussion explores the erosion of state sovereignty in both the United States and the European Union. While the U.S. Constitution's Tenth Amendment is often ignored by the citizenry, EU officials like Herman Van Rompuy openly advocate for the "pooling of sovereignty" in Brussels. The hosts compare federal overreach in the U.S. to EU regulations, such as bans on using wood plates for goat cheese in France.

The conflict between Washington State's marijuana legalization and federal law is examined. The hosts criticize MSNBC for failing to discuss the Tenth Amendment and state rights, focusing instead on the Obama administration's enforcement options. They argue that the federal government's refusal to yield on the Controlled Substances Act is a move toward total federalization.

A visit to the Kansas State Capitol in Topeka focuses on the murals painted by Adam Curry's great uncle, John Stewart Curry. The artwork depicts the famous abolitionist John Brown and the historical Tenth Amendment battles in Lawrence, Kansas. The murals are noted for their satirical depictions of state senators with pig faces.

Montana is passing laws to assert state and county authority over the federal government, potentially leading to a Supreme Court case on the Tenth Amendment. The hosts predict that Montana might soon see its own "Al-Qaeda" incident as a result of this defiance.

Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell is leading a legal challenge against the federal health care mandate, citing the Tenth Amendment. The lawsuit argues that the federal government oversteps its constitutional bounds by forcing citizens to purchase insurance. The discussion highlights the conflict between state sovereignty and federal power, specifically regarding the Commerce Clause and taxation.

The hosts clarify the historical and modern definitions of "Federalist," arguing that the term is often misused to describe those who actually support a strong national government. They advocate for the Tenth Amendment movement and decentralization, citing Thomas Woods' book on nullification. They argue the United States is too large to be governed effectively from a single central location.

Sharron Angle claimed during a debate that the federal government allowed 11 foreign countries to join its lawsuit against the state of Arizona regarding immigration enforcement. This involvement is cited as a violation of state sovereignty and the Tenth Amendment. The hosts express surprise at the number of foreign nations purportedly involved in a domestic legal dispute.

Attorney General Eric Holder stated that the federal government will continue to enforce marijuana laws in California even if Proposition 19 passes. This conflict sets up a potential Tenth Amendment showdown regarding state versus federal authority. The hosts argue that federal law does not automatically trump state law without a constitutional amendment.

The concept of state nullification is explored through Thomas Woods' book "Nullification," which argues that states have the right to deem federal laws unconstitutional. The discussion posits that the Tenth Amendment movement could become a significant national trend as states push back against federal mandates like TSA screenings.

Eight U.S. states have invoked the Tenth Amendment to declare sovereignty against federal overreach. Meanwhile, the transfer of Census Bureau oversight to the White House under Rahm Emanuel has led to allegations of potential "Chicago-style" gerrymandering and redistricting.