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Myth Busting

Published in Objections on July 10, 2022 by Brent Dunklau

This article includes links to the most common myths surrounding the Article V convention process. In each case, we separate fact from fiction by citing the historical record and judicial opinions relevant to each topic.

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The States Control the Article V Process

Published in Grassroots Library Objections on March 04, 2024 by Convention of States

Opponents of an Article V convention have been repeatedly defeated in their claims that an Article V convention would “run away.”1 The Framers of our Constitution were wiser than that, and placed numerous checks and balances to ensure the safety of such a convention.

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Why Conservatives Need to Amend the Constitution by David...

Published in Volunteer Resources Objections on January 09, 2023 by Kyle Key

What do the John Birch Society, Eagle Forum, Common Cause, and Planned Parenthood have in common? David Horowitz explains in this article, as well as offers his support for Convention of States.

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Defying Conventional Wisdom: The Constitution Was Not The...

Published in Objections on November 20, 2019 by Convention Of States Project

Harvard Journal of Law & Public Policy, Volume 40, Number 1, April 2017. Defying Conventional Wisdom: The Constitution Was Not The Product of a Runaway Convention By Michael Farris

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We Know the Rules, Congress Does Not Control a Convention...

Published in Grassroots Library Objections on July 31, 2017 by Unknown

Two false claims have been peddled by Convention of States opponents in recent months: 1) we cannot know the rules that would govern a convention and 2) Congress would control the rule making process. Both of these claims contradict known history and established convention precedent.

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Is "Nullification" the Answer?

Published in Grassroots Library Objections on July 31, 2017 by Unknown

Some conservative groups have argued that the Tenth Amendment allows an individual state to “nullify” any federal law that exceeds the enumerated powers delegated to the federal government under the Constitution. It is important to examine this claim carefully as we evaluate our options in addressing the current crisis of a runaway...

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What if Congress Refuses to Call an Article V Convention?

Published in Grassroots Library Objections on July 31, 2017 by Unknown

Some have suggested that Congress might simply refuse to call an Article V Convention of the States, even if it receives 34 applications from state legislatures for a convention. While we agree that Congress is generally disinclined to relinquish its own power (which is precisely why an Article V Convention is necessary), it is a...

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Is “Nullification” the Answer?

Published in Objections on March 05, 2024 by Convention Of States Project

If you’ve been wondering about state nullification of federal laws, you’ll want to read this document.

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An Open Letter Concerning the Second Amendment and the...

Published in Objections Surge Article on April 05, 2019 by Convention Of States Project

Charles J. Cooper, a long-time constitutional law litigator for the NRA, outlines in this article why a Convention of States poses no threat to the Second Amendment.

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