Civil war. That’s the talk I hear at least once a week since the events unfolded January 6. The day brought a divided country to its knees. Conversations of the manner came up occasionally before the election, but it was mere afterthought, morbidly amusing. And that’s despite the riots breaking out during summer last year with businesses being scorched. The rhetoric has picked up steam from both political spectrums since. It’s not just coming from the alt-left and right alike, but moderates too. Independent and mainstream media outlets have become more open to the conversation of succession. Succession means that the Federal Government would lose land, and land is money (and power), which would then bring cause for the government to recoup this loss. The succeeded states in response would defiantly defend to retain the land, forcing the country into a war.
I get it. It isn’t to boast about, but one has to admit the reality we are living in. That’s how divided we are as a nation. The elected officials and Wall-Street seem to be relishing this division. Because we are too busy fighting amongst each other, it takes the spotlight off them-emboldening their ability to serve their own needs while ignoring ours. Yet, this seems to be the only plausible solution to many. I’ve listened to my own peers speak on picking up their guns and going to war to protect their ideology. Myself is ready for such an event, but we have to be careful what we wish for. There is no such thing as a good war, only necessary. If there is a way to avoid such conflict, we owe it to our forefathers to explore those options.
Career politicians such as McConnell and Pelosi are the root of the problem (Biden too, but he’s another conversation). Their lust for power has undercut the working-class for generations, installing policies beneficial to Wall-Street in the name of globalism. China as their main customer. As a result, Americans rightfully loathe those in power. Many advocate for congressional term limits, but per constitution the legislative branch needs 2/3 majority from both chambers to amend the constitution. Ha! That’s a fairytale! If you need evidence self-interest is priority, look no further than the years these members have served. Notice how quick they are to dismiss the idea despite bipartisan support among voters. It’s arrogance, but who could blame them? Americans have given the concept incumbents too much power by voting them in repeatedly. There’s also a faction of the population that heavily romanticize politicians with experience, while villainizing freshman outsiders. Fortunately, there is one option the constitution permits. Both mainstream and independent media haven’t covered this if at all, but could be our saving grace before we escalate to a bloody conflict-convention of states.
Convention of states is the alternative to amending the constitution. Article five states, “Congress, whenever two thirds of both Houses shall deem it necessary, shall propose Amendments to this Constitution, or, on the Application of the Legislatures of two thirds of the several States, shall call a Convention for proposing Amendments, which, in either Case, shall be valid to all Intents and Purposes, as Part of this Constitution, when ratified by the Legislatures of three fourths of the several States, or by Conventions in three fourths thereof, as the one or the other Mode of Ratification may be proposed by the Congress; Provided that no Amendment which may be made prior to the Year One thousand eight hundred and eight shall in any Manner affect the first and fourth Clauses in the Ninth Section of the first Article; and that no State, without its Consent, shall be deprived of its equal Suffrage in the Senate.” Simply put, this article would give state legislators the power to override the federal. Citizens request state legislators to pass the application by a simple majority(number of signatures needed for the petition varies by state). Once 2/3 of states (34/50) pass the application, per constitution federal congress must call for a convention of states. State legislators afterwards could send as many delegates desired to the convention, but each state receives one vote. For the amendments to be ratified, at least 3/4 of states (39/50) must pass to become part of the U.S Constitution. Thus, our historical second convention of states.
George Manson knew there could be a day when federal corruption would supersede the will of the people. Presently, crooks are in charge with no interest in releasing their power grip so we’re expected to have a lot of red tape. One of those easier said than done situations right? The aristocracy has left us bitter and divided, observing our concerns being drifted off with the wind. We don’t have to take part in their scheme to divide us however. The day has come to give ourselves a chance to unify under the powers given in the constitution itself. 15 states have already passed the resolution to hold a convention of states, but the momentum is being drowned out from civil war concerns. War is hell. War should ALWAYS be our last resort. I understand talking can only get us so far before physical altercations become a necessity, however there are other options to bridge the divide. This circumstance is why article five was created. Given the proper organization, this could generate authentic grassroot movements to establish justice and ensure domestic tranquility.
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