Commentary

Selected public writing on constitutional law, academic freedom, and American politics.

Keith Whittington speaking
Featured Articles

The Historic Case for Birthright Citizenship

An analysis of the historical development of the 14th Amendment’s citizenship clause and why the principle of birthright citizenship remains a stable pillar of American constitutional law.

The Assassination that Broke Campus Free Speech

An examination of how government officials, political activists, and university leaders have responded to campus speech in aftermath of the murder of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University.