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A Weapon to Destroy Freedom: Founders' Forgotten Warnings

A Weapon to Destroy Freedom: Founders' Forgotten Warnings

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The “customary weapon” to destroy freedom. That’s how George Washington described the danger of turning a blind eye to violations of the Constitution – and he wasn’t alone. The Founders warned us that every overstep, every excuse, and every precedent sets us on the dangerous path to tyranny. In this episode, we’ll dive into their long-forgotten warnings about power, precedent, and the slippery slope to tyranny.

Path to Liberty: January 29, 2025

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