A Brief History of the 17th Amendment At the beginning of the United States of America, our form of government was a confederation of 13 states united by the Articles of Confederation (1777). Our founders elected a confederacy to prevent being under the heel of an all-powerful central government. At the Constitutional Convention of 1787, …
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Table in PDF Format (downloadable) Original Excel Spreadsheet (downloadable) Text of the Tenth Amendment (AMENDMENT X) The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people. Amendments 11-27 The Enumerated Powers of Congress (Article I, Section 8) …
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The author reflects on his failed attempts to repeal the 17th Amendment at his county Republican convention. He argues against democracy, advocating for a republican form of government. Citing historical and legal perspectives, he emphasizes the importance of state sovereignty. Despite his personal setbacks, he highlights ongoing support for his cause within the Republican Party.
Lyndon Baines Johnson, a Texas Democrat, is criticized for corrupt practices, including the Johnson Amendment of 1954, restricting political involvement by tax-exempt organizations. LBJ’s alleged criminal financial activities and personal indiscretions are compared to those of other presidents. The repeal of the amendment was a priority for President Trump, who sought to preserve First Amendment rights.
John N. White