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Press ReleaseNeutral2026-06-04

Is America Still a Republic?

Matt Van Epps
Matt Van Epps
RTN-7 · Representative
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This press release from Representative Matt Van Epps (R-TN) was published on 2026-06-04 and titled "Is America Still a Republic?".

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Is America Still a Republic?

Is America Still a Republic? “If you Can Keep it.” The Constitutional Convention is, to this day, one of the greatest miracles of human history. Somehow, 55 men from diverse backgrounds and interests came together in the sweltering summer heat of Philadelphia and agreed on a brand-new form of government. Upon leaving the convention, a woman asked Benjamin Franklin, “Well, Doctor, what have we got, a republic or a monarchy?” Franklin famously replied, “A Republic, if you can keep it.” Krystina.Skurk… Thu, 06/04/2026 - 12:25 June 4, 2026
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