The Heritage Foundation has released the third edition of its Heritage Guide to the Constitution. This updated version was launched on Constitution Day and aims to offer a comprehensive understanding of the original meaning of the U.S. Constitution.
Supreme Court Justice Samuel A. Alito, Jr., in his preface, describes the guide as "a great place to start" for those seeking to understand the Constitution's significance. Edwin Meese III, former Attorney General and distinguished fellow emeritus at Heritage, writes in his foreword that this volume will benefit a new generation interested in originalism.
John Malcolm, vice president of Heritage’s Institute for Constitutional Government and executive editor of the book, emphasized its educational value: "Three dozen federal judges, 60 law professors, and distinguished attorneys will teach you how to understand and approach every clause of the Constitution." He added that each essay is filled with historical context explaining why specific clauses were included in what is referred to as the "supreme Law of the Land."
Josh Blackman from South Texas College of Law Houston and senior editor for the guide noted that over recent decades, federal judiciary cases have increasingly focused on the Constitution’s original meaning. The guide serves as a resource for students, scholars, lawyers, and judges who need to engage with constitutional text and history.
The publication provides detailed explanations for each clause as intended by the Framers and applied today. It supports lawmakers in defending their roles within constitutional governance. More insights about this edition can be heard from Blackman on [the Case in Point podcast](https://www.stitcher.com/show/case-in-point/episode/the-heritage-guide-to-the-constitution-300928174).
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