Monthly Archives: November 2009

By Sam Robinson First, a note of thanks to both Prof. Van Alstyne and Prof. Meese for sharing their wisdom on these important matters.  Recognizing that I come to this debate at something of a disadvantage against these two heavyweights, … Continue reading →

Please join the Board, staff, fellow ACS members and supporters and special guests as we celebrate another successful year for the American Constitution Society.  We will thank outgoing Board members Teresa Wynn Roseborough and Paul Smith for their outstanding service … Continue reading →

President Obama’s plan to transport suspected terrorists from Guantanamo Bay, Cuba to the United States to be tried in American criminal courts came one step closer to fruition on Tuesday when congress voted down a measure to prevent the move.  … Continue reading →

By Professor Alan J. Meese The Blog of the William and Mary Chapter of the American Constitution Society recently posted an article reporting on and summarizing William Van Alstyne’s November 11 lecture regarding Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission, currently … Continue reading →

Today, William Van Alstyne, a professor at William and Mary Law, spoke on Citizens United v. FEC, a case heard before the Supreme Court this fall, and he offered his projections as to how this case is likely to be … Continue reading →

Deeds (D) and McDonnell (R) faced off once before, when they ran for attorney general. For those unfamiliar with Virginia politics, McDonnell won that race. This time Deeds and McDonnell are in a battle for governor. At this point, the … Continue reading →

President Eisenhower’s last address to the American people warned them to “guard against the acquisition of unwarranted influence, whether sought or unsought, by the military-industrial complex. . . in the councils of government.” He warned that, unchecked, the interests of … Continue reading →