All NewsSnapshotsCommerce Clause Discussed at Constitution Day Olivia DrakeSeptember 23, 20082minRichard Adelstein, professor of economics, and John Finn, professor of government, participated in a debate titled "Article 1, Section 8, Clause 3 Redux: A Constitution Day Debate" Sept. 17 in the Olin Library's Smith Reading Room. The debate is being held as part of Wesleyan's celebration of Constitution Day, which commemorates the signing of the United States Constitution on Sept 17, 1787. The debate, attended by several students, staff and faculty, focused the famous "Commerce Clause" of the U.S. Constitution, a cornerstone of the document, as well as the subject of intense debate and interpretation for more than 200 years. (Photos by Olivia Bartlett) AdelsteinConstitution DayFinn Related Articles All NewsCampus LifeCampus News & Events April 24, 2024 Mike Mavredakis At WesFest, Admitted Students Share Opinions on Diversity of Thought, Open Curriculum All NewsCampus News & EventsStudents April 24, 2024 Editorial Staff Gallery: Wesleyan Senior Celebrate Theses Submissions All NewsAlumni April 23, 2024 Sarah Parke “You Just Have to Read This…”: Books by Wesleyan Authors Coggins ’85, P’15, ’22, Gumbiner ’11, and LaBennett ’94