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The 14th Amendment

October 3 @ 7:00 pm - October 4 @ 8:00 pm
$299 – $549

The 14th Amendment

The 14th Amendment is arguably the most important political development of the post-bellum United States. Historians, legal scholars, lawyers, and judges have debated its meaning and intent. Many of our current political debates center on the Amendment, from immigration to the powers of the central government. In many respects, the 14th Amendment has become the Constitution. Some judges and scholars classify themselves as “14th Amendment originalists” today.

But are modern interpretations of the Amendment correct? We’ll review the history of the Amendment, its application, meaning, and intent, and how it impacts America today.

The conference fee covers all lectures, the lecture on Friday, October 3, and lunch and supper on Saturday, October 4. Attire is business casual during the day. Evening meals and lectures require coat and tie for gentlemen and cocktail dresses for ladies. 

Confirmed Speakers: Brion McClanahan, William Watkins, Joe Wolverton, Jesse Merriam, Marshall DeRosa, Jeffrey Addicott, Eric Neff, and Ryan Walters.

Tentative schedule:

Friday, October 3:

7:00-8:00: Brion McClanahan

8:00- Conviviality

Saturday, October 4:

Breakfast on your own (complimentary for guests staying in the hotel)

9:00-10:00: Jeffrey Addicott

10:00-11:00: Ryan Walters

11:00-12:00: Joe Wolverton

12:00-1:00: Lunch

1:00-2:00: Eric Neff

2:00-3:00: William Watkins

3:00-4:00: Jesse Merriam

4:00-5:00: Q&A

6:00-7:00: Supper

7:00-8:00: Marshall DeRosa

8:00- Conviviality

Sunday, October 5:

Checkout

Registration:

Registration is now closed.

Lodging:

Conference guests can book a room at the Columbus Marriott with the group discount. Rooms are $189 per night plus taxes and fees and all guests staying in the hotel receive a complimentary hot breakfast. The last day to book is September 3, 2025 and is subject to availability, so book early. Parking is $15 per vehicle, per night. Click this link to make your reservations.

Regardless of room type reserved, MClub access is not included in the group discounted rate. MClub is limited to Marriott Bonvoy members that are ranked Platinum or above or to purchasing guests. You may add MClub access to your stay for $50.00 per night if desired.

To book outside of the dates available, guests may call the Columbus Marriott’s Sales Department directly to make their reservations. Please call 706-324-1800 [Option 2.] If no one is available to answer, you are welcome to leave a voicemail message including your name, phone number, and dates requested.

Transportation:

Guests interested in traveling to the event via aircraft should fly to Atlanta. Columbus, GA is about an hour and a half drive from the airport. Multiple car rental agencies are available on site. Groome Transportation offers shuttle service from the hotel but is by reservation only. There are limited flights to and from the Columbus, GA airport.

Details

Organizer

  • Brion McClanahan
  • Email mcclanahan@abbevilleinstitute.org

Venue

  • Columbus Marriott
  • 800 Front Ave
    Columbus, 31901 United States     + Google Map