How a Convention of States Works… in Less than 60 Seconds

Last updated on: January 3, 2018 at 2:49 am by Mark Meckler

How a Convention of States Works… in Less than 60 Seconds 2018-01-03T02:49:39-05:00 Mark Meckler

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With the increasing number of Americans joining the Convention of States Project, it’s more important than ever to understand how the Article V process works.

In the one-minute video below, Michael Farris, constitutional lawyer and former head of the Convention of States Project, explains clearly and succinctly how the states call a Convention of States and how the Constitution can be amended through that process.

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WHY CALL A CONVENTION OF STATES?

Simple: to bring power back to the states and the people, where it belongs. Unelected bureaucrats in Washington, D.C. shouldn’t be allowed to make sweeping decisions that impact millions of Americans. But right now, they do. So it all boils down to one question: Who do you think should decide what’s best for you and your family? You, or the feds? We’d vote for the American people every single time.

WHAT’S A CONVENTION OF STATES ANYWAY?

Article V of the U.S. Constitution gives states the power to call a Convention of States to propose amendments. It takes 34 states to call the convention and 38 to ratify any amendments that are proposed. Our convention would only allow the states to discuss amendments that, “limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, impose fiscal restraints, and place term limits on federal officials.”

SO ARE YOU MAKING ANYPROGRESS?

You better believe it! Since the Project launched in 2013, we’ve been spreading like wildfire. With over 3 million supporters nationwide, we have petition signers in every single state house district across America. We’re actively working in all fifty states to pass the Convention of States Application! Check out our latest stats below.

WHO’S BEHIND THIS THING?

The American people. We thought you’d never ask! The Convention of States Project is first and foremost a movement of grassroots citizens who are fed up with business as usual in D.C. We’re funded by thousands of everyday patriots who have committed their lives, fortunes, and sacred honor to protecting liberty for future generations.

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