The Contradictions of James Madison and, Therefore, of American Constitutionalism.

The article expresses appreciation for Professor Jill Lepore's paper "The Philosophy of Amendment" while highlighting the urgency of addressing the shortcomings of the Constitution. Topics include the metaphorical decay of the Constitution and the need for reform, the comparison of Lepore to historical figures like Paul Revere in her calls for constitutional awareness; and the cautionary inquiry into whether the Constitution risks transforming into a destructive "suicide pact" over time.