29 July 2010

What A Difference 150 (or so) Years Makes

A tad over 150 years ago, the States were arguing with the Federal government. Large among the debates were the concepts that the states are sovereign and they could nullify Federal laws (see: Nullification).

Now, we have the Federal government trying to nullify State laws because they encroach upon the sovereignty of the Federal government.

Back then, it was part of the path to tearing the Union apart. And as opposite as the scenario is now, it's quite likely the more things change...
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