Walter Williams on the enumerated powers of Congress

A hearty "ditto's" to Walter Williams on the limited, enumerated powers of Congress and the federal government.

Walter writes:

"Whether it's a good idea or not is irrelevant. The relevant issue is: Is it permissible, under the U.S. Constitution... The fact of business is that Congress is authorized to do only those things enumerated by the Constitution... The general welfare clause has become the standard excuse for controlling our lives, and as such, it shows how ignorance and deception have become an important part of today's America."

As even Thomas Jefferson wrote, "Congress has not unlimited powers to provide for the general welfare, but only those specifically enumerated."

WorldNetDaily: Is it permissible?