US Constitution Blog Posts
The Civic Friendship the Founders Knew We’d Need
Recommended Reading / March 9th, 2026 / by Guest Writer

Civic friendship is not sentimental. It is practical. It reflects the understanding that self-government requires both conviction and restraint.
See moreIntroduction to Birthright Citizenship in the American Immigration System
Recommended Reading / February 11th, 2025 / by The Alliance for Civic Engagement

Jus soli, or birthright citizenship, is the idea that those born in the U.S. are automatically considered citizens of the United States regardless of their parents’ citizenship. While birthright citiz...
See moreIs Trump Ineligible to Hold Public Office?
Story of the Week / December 21st, 2023 / by AllSides Staff

In a 4-3 decision, the Colorado Supreme Court ruled this week that former President Donald Trump is ineligible to hold public office again.
See moreWhen Democracy Could Break
Recommended Reading / November 2nd, 2020 / by Dan Schnur

Anyone who visits the AllSides website — by definition — understands the importance of seeking out a wide range of information and opinion. That’s the way democracy functions, when we’re willing to li...
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