Article I of the Constitution: Congressional Powers and Limits

What Is Article I of the U.S. Constitution? | Congressional Powers Explained
This comprehensive video explains Article I of the United States Constitution—the foundation of legislative power in America. From the structure of Congress to the enumerated powers, checks and balances, and the limits placed on both federal and state governments, this is your go-to guide for understanding how lawmaking works in the U.S.
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The structure and powers of the House of Representatives and the Senate

The Enumerated Powers listed in Section 8

How Interpretation of The Commerce Clause changed congressional authority

Constitutional limits on Congress and the states including the Mini Bill of Rights

The history of legislative delegation and how Congress has given power to agencies

The views of James Madison, Gouverneur Morris, John Locke, and Chief Justice John Marshall

📖 Whether you're a student, educator, or just curious about American civics, this video explains why Congress is “First Among Equals” and how it fits into our system of government.

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For further reading:
Article I of the Constitution: https://www.shestokas.com/constitution-educational-series/article-i-of-the-us-constitution/

Theory of Legislative Delegation, 68 Cornell Law Review 1, 22 (1982) https://www.shestokas.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Theory-of-Legislative-Delegation.pdf

Books by David Shestokas on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4dbqzwp