Are Americans Still Self-governed?

This press release from Representative Matt Van Epps (R-TN) was published on 2026-06-04 and titled "Are Americans Still Self-governed?".

Are Americans Still Self-governed?

Are Americans Still Self-governed? Our Founders were not just fighting for the chance to be free. They were fighting for the opportunity to govern themselves. That is why they chose to create a republic. Yet, our Founders also understood that freedom devoid of self-government devolves into lawlessness, and that eventually leads to tyranny. They knew that maintaining a Republic would require virtuous people. Krystina.Skurk… Thu, 06/04/2026 - 13:14 June 4, 2026