Title: North Dakota Surge Article
Original CoS Document (slug): north-dakota-surge-article
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Created: 2023-10-09 19:27:10
Updated: 2023-12-28 12:39:44
Published: 2023-10-23 03:00:00
Converted: 2025-04-14T20:34:23.469637604
Unlocking the Power of the People with Convention of States
The Heritage Foundation published a game-changing report spotlighting the immense potential of an Article V convention to create a profound impact on Washington, ultimately granting the people the ability to reclaim their rightful authority.
Written by John Malcolm, Vice President of Heritage Institute for Constitutional Government, the report sheds light on the often-overlooked power vested in the American people through Article V of the Constitution. It highlights the fact that an Article V convention has never been convened in the history of the United States. This, in turn, has left many Americans unaware of their inherent power to initiate changes and address issues that concern them directly, without solely relying on Congress.
“The grassroots Convention of the States Foundation seeks to remedy that problem by calling 'a convention for proposing amendments' limited to three subject areas,” the article states. “Such a convention would send a powerful message to Washington that the people are watching and are prepared to reclaim power if it is abused.”
Malcolm attended the Simulated Article V Convention hosted by Convention of States Foundation in August 2023. He observed “serious discussions by serious people about serious matters” during the historical event, shedding light on the intense debates and focus on federalism.
As Sen. Tom McGillvray said, “The 2023 Williamsburg simulated Article V convention demonstrates that the process works. Convention rules are established and amendments germane to the Convention of States Application were proposed and passed. Commissioners displayed a workable process that in an actual Convention of States can and will save America from its impending fiscal cliff. It’s time for more states to get on board before it’s too late.”
In the face of unprecedented challenges, The Heritage Foundation's resounding support is a groundbreaking step forward for the Convention of States movement, sending a powerful message to Washington's entrenched bureaucracy. Now is the moment for action.