What could possibly go wrong?
What could possibly go wrong?
More to the point, if the goons in Washington won`t obey the Constitution now, what makes us believe they`d obey any new amendments?
I find it quite impossible to argue with that, although I don't see it as a reason to not try. Hope springs eternal, and all that.
More to the point, if the goons in Washington won`t obey the Constitution now, what makes us believe they`d obey any new amendments?
I've little doubt that any CoS-approved amendment(s) that the Establishment (Dems & GOP either/ both) don't like would be legally challenged, blocked by lower courts, and eventually dragged to the USSC ... which [unless composed of 5 strong Constitutionalists, of which maybe 3 could be termed that now] would find a way to negate it, just like was done in finding a way to acquiesce to Obamacare's mandates.
That would also probably be the "Final Straw", IMHO.
I've little doubt that any CoS-approved amendment(s) that the Establishment (Dems & GOP either/ both) don't like would be legally challenged, blocked by lower courts, and eventually dragged to the USSC ... which [unless composed of 5 strong Constitutionalists, of which maybe 3 could be termed that now] would find a way to negate it, just like was done in finding a way to acquiesce to Obamacare's mandates.
That would also probably be the "Final Straw", IMHO.
What you`ve said is likely true. It would behoove us however, to consider exactly why we`re in the place we`re in. Just a quick rundown would be to say that We the People became 1). Lazy. Neglecting our duty as citizens, to not only know and understand how our government works, but being actively involved in it`s functioning. And 2). We`ve not held our elected employees accountable for their actions and votes, especially in regards to staying true to, and honoring the Constitution. And 3). We remained mostly silent when government began to dole out perks to citizens that the Constitution grants no authority to provide. We are at least partially responsible for the monster that`s been created, and now, I envision no way to undo this mess. Washington is tyoo powerful. Even our local police forces have become militarized, and America has rapidly become a police state. All that just to say, the Republic is in great distress.
Repeal the 17th Amendment and call it good.
Where are you getting that they could ratify an Amendment at the convention with only 25 states?I don't exactly disagree with what he's saying. The State Legislatures had their power taken away and by any and all means they need to get it back.
We the People did ordain and establish, so we have a duty to watch over the three branches of the General Government to see that they are doing what we authorized them to do. I believe they've distorted their authority to an extent King George III would have found quite exciting.
I am by no means suggesting we not do it. We desperately need to do something and this is better than the sole remaining alternative. For now.
Here's the problem I see: I don't trust ANY politician. Those who would seek power should never be handed power. Power does not corrupt so much as corruptible people seek power. I want my representative to go kicking and screaming "Next time you've got to do it." To which I would reluctantly say "Ok, but next time he's got to do it." (Pointing at you.) Followed by numerous etceteras pointing willy-nilly around the landscape. Only those who don't want it should be bushwhacked into doing it. Unfortunately that's not the way it works.
I quoted Article 5. The portions I extracted represent the concern I have. Congress could screw the whole thing up. Contrary to the denials, according to the Constitution the representatives at the convention could potentially offer their own amendments and they could vote on them there. Theoretically that could lead to amendments passed by as few as 25 States.
I'm counting on the greed of the State politicians to prevent that from happening. Counting on the greed of a politician is never a sure thing.
So, again, what could possibly go wrong?
Looks like 3/4 of the States have to ratify either through Legislatures or state conventions.when ratified by the Legislatures of three fourths of the several States, or by Conventions in three fourths thereof, as the one or the other Mode of Ratification may be proposed by the Congress"
Where are you getting that they could ratify an Amendment at the convention with only 25 states?
Looks like 3/4 of the States have to ratify either through Legislatures or state conventions.