Imagine a situation in the United States of America in which 37 State Legislatures could overturn or repeal any federal law or regulation. For example, if the legislatures of thirty seven of the least populated states chose to repeal the Civil Rights Act, they (even though they represent a minority of the country's population) would have the ability to repeal it even though such an action would be contrary to the wishes of the majority of the population. In effect, the minority could rule the majority.
Well, this is exactly what the Tea Party is proposing with its proposed "Repeal Amendment." This amendment would give state legislatures the power to veto any federal law or regulation if two-thirds of of the legislatures approved. And why not? The Tea Party and their billionaire financial backers were successful in controlling the Republican Party in the last mid-term elections. There is no doubt that their supporters are dedicated and passionate, but they are a long, long way from speaking for the majority of the American people .On the other hand, if a dedicated minority is successful in taking over the Republican Party, they will not hesitate to try to take over the whole country by having their "Repeal Amendment" approved.
This amendment, under the guise of "State Rights" is yet another attempt to replace the United States of America with 50 sovereign states. This country has been great because of its unity and the dedication of its citizens to our common, unified welfare. We have come too far to allow a group that seeks to divide succeed in passing such an amendment.
This "Repeal Amendment" is undemocratic and a threat to our country's unity.
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