Why We Need a Law That Is More Than Power and Violence.

The article focuses on the constitutional and ethical challenges posed by President Donald Trump's escalation of threats against Iran in April, highlighting calls from Democratic lawmakers for impeachment or invocation of the 25th Amendment, which were largely unsuccessful due to political and proce...

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Publicado en:America Magazine: The Jesuit Review of Faith & Culture Vol. 234; no. 5; pp. 3 - 4
Autor principal: Sawyer, Sam
Formato: Artículo
Publicado: America Media May2026
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      ab: The article focuses on the constitutional and ethical challenges posed by President Donald Trump's escalation of threats against Iran in April, highlighting calls from Democratic lawmakers for impeachment or invocation of the 25th Amendment, which were largely unsuccessful due to political and procedural barriers. It discusses concerns about the misuse of presidential authority in an unauthorized military conflict and the broader implications for American democracy and the rule of law. The piece also reflects on a conference addressing the relationship between legal norms and the common good, emphasizing the need to view law as a foundation for societal cooperation rather than mere power enforcement. Additionally, it notes criticism from Catholic leaders who oppose reliance on violence and domination, advocating instead for building a more just and peaceful political order.
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