May state legislative applications limit an Article V convention? Subject, yes; specific language, probably not
- September 12, 2013
Why nine? Because any combination of nine states (even the nine with the smallest populations) would comprise a majority of American citizens.
READ MOREAll of these false assertions emerged from a historical process—primarily during the 19th century—that I’ve labeled “The Great Forgetting.”
READ MOREThe Colorado River Commission was one of the most successful conventions of states ever held. Its achievement debunks uninformed claims that interstate conventions are “unprecedented” or cannot follow a pre-set agenda.
READ MOREArguments some right-wing groups use to oppose an amendments convention were invented by activists on the Left.
READ MOREFar from authorizing more federal power, amendments almost certainly will reduce federal prerogatives and edge us toward decentralization.
READ MOREThis information raises the number of verified conventions of colonies and states to 42. This experience renders absurd the common claim that the . . . details of conventions of states are “unknown.”
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