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THE CONSTITUTION STUDY · Wednesday · 57 min

Washington’s “let them eat cake” problem

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – An 18th-century French princess is known for saying "Qu'ils mangent de la brioche.” In English, “Let them eat cake.” This phrase has become part of our vernacular, showing a person with utter disregard for the people they claim to rule. In America, we have politicians, bureaucrats, and pundits who often show an utter disregard for the...

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The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – An 18th-century French princess is known for saying "Qu'ils mangent de la brioche.” In English, “Let them eat cake.” This phrase has become part of our vernacular, showing a person with utter disregard for the people they claim to rule. In America, we have politicians, bureaucrats, and pundits who often show an utter disregard for the...