[PapaNew]

OK, well those things are definitely changes to the Constitution and giving the states the right to basically nullify unconstitutional federal action. On the face, I like it. Gotta be careful how they're written - gotta be very plain and clear.

Most of what I've seen discussed on FR has been about "social issue" amendments which Reagan favored dealing with things like abortion and gay "marriage."

[Repeal The 17th]

An Article V Convention of States cannot amend the Constitution.
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The State resolutions calling for an Article V Convention of States must all use the same language.
"...for the purpose of proposing amendments to the Constitution which:
- Impose fiscal restraints on the Federal Government;
- Limit the power and jurisdiction of the Federal Government; and
- Limit the terms of office for federal officials and members of Congress."
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An Article V Convention of States is simply a formal gathering of delegates
by at least 34 states, to discuss, debate, and "propose amendments" to the Constitution.
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Any proposal not within the stated purpose of the Convention of States
(fiscal restraints; limits on power and jurisdiction; limits on terms of office)
would be unauthorized, rejected, and not approved by the Convention of States.
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Any proposal that emerged as a "proposed amendment" by the Convention of States
would still require ratification by 38 states, the same as with any other proposed amendment.