John Whitehead

About the author

John Whitehead

Constitutional attorney and author John W. Whitehead is founder and president of The Rutherford Institute. He is the author of A Government of Wolves: The Emerging American Police State and The Change Manifesto.

You’re Under Arrest: How the Police State Muzzles Our Right to Speak Truth to Power

John Whitehead June 6, 2019

Virginia: Government Sued over Parents’ Rights To Maintain Quality Of Life For Disabled Daughter’s Care

John Whitehead June 2, 2019

SCOTUS Upholds Arrest Over ‘Contempt of Cop’ Charge – Limits Right to Challenge Police Use of Retaliatory Arrests to Punish Speech

John Whitehead May 31, 2019

Technotyranny: The Iron-Fisted Authoritarianism of the Surveillance State

John Whitehead May 30, 2019

How to Survive the Journey Ahead: A Graduation Message for a Terrifying Age

John Whitehead May 21, 2019

Drivers Beware: The Deadly Perils of Traffic Stops in the American Police State

John Whitehead May 16, 2019

D Is for a Dictatorship Disguised as a Democracy

John Whitehead May 7, 2019

Texas: Man Facing a Year in Prison for Telling Police They are ‘Pissing on the Constitution’

John Whitehead May 6, 2019

Predator Cops, Who Are Guilty of Sex Crimes Against Women & Children, Are a Menace to Society

John Whitehead May 1, 2019

Overkill: Government Officials Deploy 700 Police, Spend $3 Million to Lockdown City Only to Arrest Disabled Veteran for Buying Canned Iced Tea, Bug Spray

John Whitehead April 29, 2019

The Essence of Evil: Sex with Children Has Become Big Business in America

John Whitehead April 23, 2019

From Jesus Christ to Julian Assange: When Dissidents Become Enemies of the State

John Whitehead April 16, 2019

Financial Tyranny: America Has Become a Pay-to-Play Exercise in Fascism

John Whitehead April 9, 2019

American Idiocracy: 50 Years Later, We’re Still Stranded in the Twilight Zone

John Whitehead April 2, 2019

The Making of a Monster: We’re All Lab Rats in the Government’s Secret Experiments

John Whitehead March 26, 2019

Don’t Shoot the Dogs: The Growing Epidemic of Cops Shooting Family Dogs

John Whitehead March 20, 2019

Pity the Nation: War Spending Is Bankrupting America

John Whitehead March 12, 2019

Forced Blood Draws & Implied Consent Laws Make a Mockery of the Fourth Amendment

John Whitehead March 5, 2019

Age of Tyrannical Surveillance: We’re Being Branded, Bought & Sold for Our Data

John Whitehead February 26, 2019

Rule by Fiat: National Crises, Fake Emergencies & Other Dangerous Presidential Powers

John Whitehead February 19, 2019

I’m Not Breaking Up with America This Valentine’s Day, and Neither Should You

John Whitehead February 13, 2019

The State of the Union: The Real Division Is Not Between Conservatives & Revolutionaries But between Authoritarians & Libertarians

John Whitehead February 4, 2019

Jackboots in the Morning: No One Is Spared From This American Nightmare

John Whitehead January 29, 2019

Uncle Sam Wants Your DNA: The FBI’s Diabolical Plan to Create a Nation of Suspects

John Whitehead January 22, 2019

The Danger Within: Border Patrol Is Turning America Into a Constitution-Free Zone

John Whitehead January 15, 2019

Beware the Emergency State: Imperial, Unaccountable & Unconstitutional

John Whitehead January 9, 2019

Break the Cycle: In 2019, Say No to the Government’s Cruelty, Brutality & Abuse

John Whitehead January 1, 2019

Government Shutdown or Not, the Police State Will Continue to Flourish

John Whitehead December 25, 2018

Say No to Government Grinches and Corporate Scrooges

John Whitehead December 18, 2018

School Principal Prohibits Christmas Symbols & Words, Colors Red and Green, Candy Canes & Carols

John Whitehead December 11, 2018

Know Your Rights or You Will Lose Them

John Whitehead December 11, 2018

To a Nation of Snowflakes, Christmas Has Become Another Trigger Word

John Whitehead December 5, 2018

Yes, You Have the Right to Talk Back to the Government, But It Could Get You Killed

John Whitehead November 27, 2018

This Thanksgiving, Don’t Just Give Thanks. Pay Your Blessings Forward

John Whitehead November 20, 2018

Red Flag Gun Laws: Yet Another Government Weapon for Compliance and Control

John Whitehead November 13, 2018

A Badge of Shame: The Government’s War on America’s Military Veterans

John Whitehead November 7, 2018

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Trump 45 Squared (Two-Term) T-Shirt

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I Plead The 2nd Bumper Sticker

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Custom Embroidered President Trump 2020 ‘Keep America Great’ 1/4 Flag Bill 100% Cotton Cap | 2 Styles

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Socialism Sucks Bumper Sticker

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Trump 45 Squared (Two-Term) Bumper Sticker

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USA Presidents Style 100% Cotton Twill Official Cap

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President Trump 2020 Trucker Cap with Full Flag Bill | 5 Colors

Breathable Mesh 'Trucker' Style Cap Snap Back adjustable strap

[Gold Plated] President Trump 2020 Keep America Great Coin

Crafted from hefty metal with gold plating and enameled spot colors, this commemorative coin is about 1.57" in diameter and 0.12" thick. It is safely enclosed in a protective plastic coin capsule.

Trump 2020 Keep America Great Cap | 5 Styles

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Gold Foil Donald Trump $1,000 Bill (5-Pack)

Even if you're not into collecting money, who could pass up Trump's winning smile? If you don't want to keep it in your wallet, wouldn't this look AMAZING in a frame right next to the TV!? This beautiful collector's item honors our 45th President, Donald Trump, on a $1,000 bill. **Not legal tender

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MAGA Building Block Sets (Pre-Holiday Sale)

When you add two or more of one of the sets, we drop the price of each set to just $19.95. Both the "Build The Wall Set" and the "The Border Patrol Set" qualify for this special pricing.

The Border Patrol Set & Hat Combo

The Border Patrol Set & Hat Combo comes with a green U.S. Border Patrol hat, 2 Border Patrol officers, 2 Border Patrol canines, a barbed wire barrier, and 2 illegal aliens. Technically that's 7 pieces, as printed on the box. But if you look closely, you'll be happy to see that this kit includes dozens of parts and accessories.

Build The Wall Set & Hat Combo

We are pleased to offer a unique product paying tribute to those building the wall: MAGA Building Blocks. This toy makes a great Christmas gift for your kids and grandkids, a great gag gift for your next office party, a great curio for your bookshelf.

Build The Wall (The ORIGINAL MAGA Building Blocks Toy)

We are pleased to offer a unique product paying tribute to those building the wall: MAGA Building Blocks. This toy makes a great Christmas gift for your kids and grandkids, a great gag gift for your next office party, a great curio for your bookshelf. But wait, there's more! When you purchase two or more of this set, we drop the price of each set to just $19.95. Whether you buy just one, or enough to keep your friends and extended family entertained for a lifetime, this deal is just too good to pass up.

The Border Patrol Kit (MAGA Building Blocks Toy)

The Border Patrol Kit comes with 2 Border Patrol officers, 2 Border Patrol canines, a barbed wire barrier, and 2 additional figures attempting to cross the border. Technically that's 7 pieces, as printed on the box. But if you look closely, you'll be happy to see that this kit includes dozens of parts and accessories. But wait, there's more! When you purchase two or more of this set, we drop the price of each set to just $19.95. Whether you buy just one, or enough to keep your friends and extended family entertained for a lifetime, this deal is just too good to pass up.

William Wallace / Braveheart Limited Edition Collector’s Item

Sir William Wallace (Scottish Gaelic: Uilleam Uallas [ˈɯʎam ˈuəl̪ˠəs̪] died 23 August 1305) was a Scottish knight who became one of the main leaders during the Wars of Scottish Independence. Since his death, Wallace has obtained an iconic status far beyond his homeland. He is the protagonist of Blind Harry's 15th-century epic poem The Wallace and the subject of literary works by Sir Walter Scott and Jane Porter, and of the Academy Award-winning film Braveheart. Assembly required (that's part of the fun!)

Statue of Liberty Limited Edition Collector’s Item

"The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World" was a gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States and is recognized as a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. Though, of course, the United States is a Republic, not a Democracy. Assembly required (that's part of the fun!)

Chuck Norris Limited Edition Collector’s Item

This limited edition collector's item comes with a set of nunchucks.

Statue of Liberty Key Chain

"The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World" was a gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States and is recognized as a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. Some assembly required (that's part of the fun!)

Crusader Figurine Limited Edition Collector’s Item

Remember our Christian ancestors of the 11th, 12th, and 13th centuries, who embarked on a series of military expeditions to recover the Holy Land from the radical Islam? Their mission and bravery saved Western Civilization! For God and Country! Assembly required (that's part of the fun!)

Trump Man Limited Edition Collector’s Item

Our beloved 45th President is now available as a limited edition figurine. This Donald Trump figurine comes with a mini MAGA trucker cap that is interchangeable with his famous hair. He's also holding a removable executive order! Assembly required (that's part of the fun!)

Build the Wall Construction Co. T-shirt

The Build The Wall Kit Toy is the #1 most hated toy by the left so we made a T-shirt to go with it! You can also pair it up with The Border Patrol Kit. It's guaranteed to create gallons of snowflake tears when you wear it! God Bless Trump! Secure the border now.

Trump 45 Squared (Two-Term) Bumper Sticker

RED, WHITE, & BLUE 45 (squared) LETTERING BLACK TACTICAL BACKGROUND WEATHERPROOF STICKER UV PROTECTED

President Trump 2020 Trucker Cap with Full Flag Bill | 5 Colors

Breathable Mesh 'Trucker' Style Cap Snap Back adjustable strap

[Gold Plated] President Trump 2020 Keep America Great Coin

Crafted from hefty metal with gold plating and enameled spot colors, this commemorative coin is about 1.57" in diameter and 0.12" thick. It is safely enclosed in a protective plastic coin capsule.

Gold Foil Donald Trump $1,000 Bill (5-Pack)

Even if you're not into collecting money, who could pass up Trump's winning smile? If you don't want to keep it in your wallet, wouldn't this look AMAZING in a frame right next to the TV!? This beautiful collector's item honors our 45th President, Donald Trump, on a $1,000 bill. **Not legal tender

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Trump 2020 Custom Embroidered Beanie | 2 Colors

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Stars and Stripes Thumbs Up Trump Pin (gold plated, enamel filled, epoxy coated)

This pin is die struck from jeweler's metal, gold plated and filled with bold enamel colors. Perfect for campaign fundraisers and election time events.

Republican GOP Elephant Mascot Two-Tone Pin (gold plated, enamel filled, epoxy coated)

This pin is die struck from jeweler's metal, gold plated and filled with bold enamel colors. Perfect for campaign fundraisers and election time events.

American Flag Pin (gold plated, enamel filled, epoxy coated)

This American flag pin is die struck from jeweler's metal, soft enamel color filled and plated in gold.

Keep America Great Two-Tone Pin (gold plated, enamel filled, epoxy coated)

Gold plated, enamel filled, epoxy coated pin. A classy pin, perfect to show support of President Trump's "Keep America Great" agenda going into the 2020 elections.

President of the United States Black and Gold Colored Seal Pin (gold plated, enamel filled, epoxy coated)

Gold plated, enamel filled, epoxy coated pin. It's a perfect pin to show respect to the President of the United States.

U.S. Presidential Seal Pin (gold plated, enamel filled, epoxy coated)

Gold plated, enamel filled, epoxy coated pin. It's a perfect pin to show respect to the President of the United States.