The US Constitution - does it still work and is it relevant?

The US constitution. Picture Credit: Time Magazine

While contemplating returning to the topic of the US Constitution with the U6th I came across this article in Time Magazine from 2011 about the US Constitution. Most usefully for G and P students doing Unit 4C it discusses whether it is still relevant and useful today. This is a key theme which is likely to come up on the Summer exam.

An essential read for anyone doing US politics (even if it is 4 years old)!

Independent MPs and Pressure Groups

In brief, BBC news has a profile of the most successful independent MP of recent years; a doctor who in 2001 stood for a single policy, to save his local hospital in Kidderminster. Dr Richard Taylor won again in 2005 but lost in 2010. He is now standing again as leader of the National Health Action Party.

Dr Richard Taylor. Picture Credit: BBC News

Good for any G and P student contemplating independent MPs and also wondering about the difference between political parties and pressure groups. The NHA certainly has a narrow focus, but does blur the lines between a party and a pressure group.