Episodes
Sunday Feb 18, 2018
015 - Democracy is Dangerous
Sunday Feb 18, 2018
Sunday Feb 18, 2018
Our modern conception of democracy is one of social and political equality. Our founders understood that democracy in practice is a danger to individual rights and liberty.
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Monday Nov 13, 2017
014 - A Pen and a Phone: Same Problem, Different President
Monday Nov 13, 2017
Monday Nov 13, 2017
Executive Orders, while not expressly authorized in the Constitution, are an effective tool for ensuring that the laws are faithfully executed. When Executive Orders stray into the realm of legislation, we have a problem.
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Monday Oct 23, 2017
Monday Oct 23, 2017
Nancy Peolsi's comment was made in an effort to pass the Affordable Care Act. She could not have known at the time how true her statement would become, thanks to the Supreme Court.
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Sunday Oct 08, 2017
012 - Hillary Clinton uses the 'Con-Con' Con
Sunday Oct 08, 2017
Sunday Oct 08, 2017
In a recent interview, Hillary Clinton used the 'Con-Con' Con to attack the Convention of States. Listen and learn how to spot the 'Con-Con' Con.
Resources:
Mark Meckler Responds to Hillary's Comments
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Monday Sep 25, 2017
011 - COS: What Are You Going To Do About It?
Monday Sep 25, 2017
Monday Sep 25, 2017
Convention of States is a grassroots led effort. Find out how you can take action to advance the cause.
Your To Do List:
Register for Introduction Webinar
Donate to Citizens for Self-Governance on Amazon.com
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Monday Sep 11, 2017
010 - Term Limits: Throw the Bums Out?
Monday Sep 11, 2017
Monday Sep 11, 2017
Term limits for federal officials are supported by about 75% of Americans. Should we "Throw the Bums Out"? The answer might not be that simple.
Resources:
State Gubernatorial Term Limits
State Judiciary Mandatory Retirement
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Saturday Aug 26, 2017
009 - A More Perfect Union
Saturday Aug 26, 2017
Saturday Aug 26, 2017
Exactly what form of governance is this "More Perfect Union" the Founders created? The answer is at the same time both more complex and much simpler than you may think.
Resources:
Captain Levi Preston Interview
The Convention of States Project
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Sunday Aug 13, 2017
008 - Proof of Concept: The Simulated Convention
Sunday Aug 13, 2017
Sunday Aug 13, 2017
Key Points:
- A simulated Article V Convention of States was held on September 22 & 23, 2016.
- The purpose was to demonstrate that the process of an Article V Convention of the States works.
- Six proposed amendments were passed.
- Commissioners from all 50 states were invited, and all 50 states participated.
Resources:
The Convention of States Project
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Saturday Jul 29, 2017
007 - Subsidization Nation
Saturday Jul 29, 2017
Saturday Jul 29, 2017
Key Points
Subsidies
- Are a redistribution of wealth and a violation of property rights.
- Allow the Federal Government to pick winners and losers.
- Add to the Federal Debt.
- Create distortions in free markets.
- Create a moral hazard.
- Create crony capitalism.
- Create regulatory capture.
- Are unconsitiutional.
Resources:
Uncle Sam's Favorite Corporations
The Convention of States Project
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Saturday Jul 15, 2017
006 - Regulation Nation
Saturday Jul 15, 2017
Saturday Jul 15, 2017
Key Points
- The cost of regulation in 2016 was $1.9 Trillion.
- In 2016, 18 new regulations were enacted for each law passed by Congress.
- Businesses and interest goups co-opt the regulators through Regulatory Capture.
- Regulation is unconstitutional.
Resources:
The Theory of Economic Regulation
The Convention of States Project
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