Milwaukee Catholic Home // America 250! The United States Constitution – Past and Present – Dr. Tim Crain (Part 6)

In celebration of our nation’s 250th birthday, Dr. Tim Crain presents a compelling six-part series, “The United States Constitution: Past and Present.” Tracing America’s journey from the thirteen colonies and the Declaration of Independence through the Revolutionary War and the Constitutional Convention of 1787, the series explores the creation of the three branches of government, the adoption of the Bill of Rights, and the Founders’ concerns about executive power. Concluding with the transformative amendments that abolished slavery and secured women’s suffrage, this timely and engaging series offers meaningful insight into the Constitution’s enduring influence as we mark this historic milestone.

Description for Today’s Lecture:The Constitution: Present and Future

The Constitution was to be a living and breathing document, open to amendments as the nation grew and prospered. The document remains flexible and open to interpretation in the present day. The framers of the Constitution realized in 1787 that document was far from perfect, but if the balance of power remained between the Legislative, Executive, and Judicial branches, all would be well. The greatest fear the founding fathers had in Philadelphia was the potential for a demagogue who would abuse the balance of power which could then create enormous challenges for the constitutional federal republic.