An Article V Convention of States
cannot amend the Constitution.
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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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The State resolutions calling for an Article V Convention of States all use the same language.
"...for the purpose of
proposing amendments to the Constitution which:
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Impose fiscal restraints on the Federal Government;
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Limit the power and jurisdiction of the Federal Government; and
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Limit the terms of office for federal officials and members of Congress."
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Any proposal not within the stated purpose of the Convention of States
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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.
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An Article V Convention of States cannot amend the Constitution.
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Read more at:
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> “An Article V Convention of States cannot amend the Constitution.”
Could not be stated more clearly.
As someone once said, the only thing we have to fear is fear itself.