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Mark Meckler has had enough of the hot takes and soundbites. That's why this week he's tossing aside his normal format to do deep dive into everything with the War in Iran. From the Great Reshuffling to modern warfare, diplomacy, and the American economy, this promises to be an informative discussion on President Trump's most controversial decision. Ask Mark Anything

The President of Convention of States and Citizens for Self Governance wishes everyone a happy Easter.

Everyone's favorite liberty-loving Latino joins COS at Home for an exclusive interview! A long-time broadcaster and author, Chris Salcedo has reached millions of Americans with his bold and truthful perspective on the state of the American republic. Will Congress pass the SAVE America Act? Should Republicans abolish the filibuster? What amendment does he most want to see produced by an Article V convention? All that and much more, as your host Jonathan Viaud interviews the long-time supporter of the Convention of States movement. Book: The Rise of the Liberty-Loving Latino Minutemen Mailbag PatriotU

Convention of States President Mark Meckler is on the road this weekend, so we're inviting you to enjoy this montage from a selection of his recent media appearances. Mark is an expert on grassroots activism and has his finger on the pulse of both the boots-on-the-ground as well as the halls of power. Mark is asked about a wide rang of topics, including the upcoming elections, President Trump's usage of executive action, the MAHA movement, the Convention of States effort, and much more. Watch more of these interviews by visiting the Convention of States Youtube and Rumble channels. Ask Mark Anything

A congresswoman's post on X about Convention of States went viral, but that's not the end of the story. Mark Meckler is back in the saddle, and he has plenty of things to say about primary season, strategy in Iran, a recent Catholic conference, and much more. Welcome to The Battlecry. Ask Mark Anything Sign the Petition Open Letter to Trump BattleCry Video Archives

On March 10 the Ohio House Government Oversight Committee held an opposition-only hearing regarding Convention of States Action's Article V resolution as well as 34|Ready legislation. Buckle up, because it gets a little wacky. After the hearing, your co-hosts Rita Peters and Andrew Lusch provide rebuttal to the confuse-and-conflate strategy of the testifiers. Then, COS Ohio State Director Bill Scott calls in to provide an on-the-ground report. Tune in for a wild edition of COS LIVE...unless of course you would rather get a root canal. Get the Facts Why 1787 Convention Was NOT a "Runaway" COS 200: Responding to Opposition

For this week's episode of The BattleCry, Convention of States President Mark Meckler hands the mic over to the amazing COS Illinois team. Local volunteer leaders hosted a capitol day rally with several state legislators and delivered 100,000+ petition signatures to elected officials, drawing local media coverage. This event was held on February 26.

The man behind the movement returns to COS at Home, reacting to President Trump's State of the Union, the victory in Kansas, and much more. Mark Meckler is the President and Co-Founder of Convention of States Action and Citizens for Self Governance. Grassroots Director Jonathan Viaud also shares the latest COS news, five minutes of Article V education, and reads viewer responses from the Minuteman Mailbag.

Late last night the Wyoming House of Representatives debated Convention of States Action's application for an Article V convention for proposing constitutional amendments that would impose fiscal restraint, jurisdictional constraints, and term limits on Congress and federal officials. After a rewatch of the debate, Senior Vice President for Legislative and Grassroots Affairs Rita Peters as well as COS President Meckler react to the results and preview what comes next. Watch COS LIVE

Earlier today the Wyoming House Education Committee held a public hearing on SJ0005 (Convention of States Action's Article V Resolution). After opening remarks from volunteer State Director Julie Baker, COS President Mark Meckler gets to the bottomline. Then, Senator Ogden Driskill rounds out proponent testimony before the committee opens it up for other public remarks. After the vote, Rita Peters and Deanna Beckett provide a recap and reaction. Will Wyoming become state #21 to join the movement? COS LIVE Archives

Mark Meckler reacts to a viral clip from the State of the Union and its important implications for the 2026 elections. Then, he dives into intriguing changes in Artificial Intelligence and the corporate media landscape, as well as an update on the latest from the Convention of States movement. NOTE: This episode was recorded prior to the campaign in Iran. Ask Mark Anything Open Letter to Trump Sign the Petition

EARLIER TODAY the Wyoming Senate passed Convention of States on Third Reading by a vote of 19-12. What does that mean? Rita Peters (Vice President for Legislative and Grassroots Affairs) breaks it down and previews what's next.

If you've ever wondered what Convention of States is trying to accomplish or how Article V works, spend 30 minutes with three constitutional luminaries. In this introductory course, Dr. Tom Coburn covers "The D.C. Problem," constitutional attorney Rita Peters provides a helpful overview of "The Article V Solution," and Mark Meckler presents the inspiring "Vision of the Convention of States Plan." Sign up for more free classes with Convention of States University.

With several states taking action on Convention of States this month, Rita Peters and Andrew Lusch run through the latest legislative updates for Convention of States. Then, the Wyoming Senate Judiciary Committee hears from the public on our Article V application calling for a convention to propose constitutional amendments that would impose fiscal restraints, jurisdictional constraints, and term limits on the federal government. Two legislators introduce the resolution and answer committee questions before State Director Julie Baker gives her own remarks. After some "weird" opponent testimony, including from a lobbyist with an organization that has ties to George Soros, the committee takes a vote on whether to send the legislation to the Wyoming Senate for debate. Then, Regional Director Deanna Becket joins the live broadcast to react to the results and preview next steps.

On February 18 the Iowa House Committee on State Government took up Convention of States Action's Article V application. One committee member argued for not one but five unfriendly amendments to the legislation. After the vote, Regional Director and Iowa native Karen Schuster joins Andrew Lusch and constitutional attorney Rita Peters to react to the big win and preview what comes next in the process. Will Iowa beat South Dakota to becoming state #21?

NEWS: Earlier today, the South Dakota House of Representatives voted on a move by Representative Brian Mulder to reconsider Convention of States, what is referred to in the legislature as a "Smokeout." Constitutional attorney Rita Peters reacts to the footage and previews what's next.

For this week's episode, Mark Meckler is handing the reins of The BattleCry over to Convention of States Co-Founder Michael Farris, J.D. Local Convention of States supporters rallied in Columbus, Ohio, inspired with talks by state legislators and local leaders before Farris takes the podium to deliver the case for COS like only he can. This event occurred October 2025.

A subcommittee of the Iowa House of Representatives hears public testimony on Convention of States Action's Article V application. After the opponents and proponents have their say, the committee votes to advance the resolution to the full committee. Regional Director Karen Schuster and other members of the Iowa team call into COS LIVE to give their reaction and outline next steps.

Rick Santorum brings passion and truth to the South Dakota House State Affairs Committee in a public hearing of Convention of States Action's Article V application. After an introduction by the legislative sponsor, Santorum gives an invigorating argument for passing the resolution, followed by testimony from Shirlee Meier, who serves as the volunteer State Director in South Dakota. Following opposition testimony, Santorum then demonstrates his sharp knowledge on the subjects of federal overreach and Article V by rebutting the opponents and answering questions from state legislators. Unfortunately, the resolution was not adopted by a vote of 6-6. Rita Peters, Senior Vice President for Legislative Affairs, provides live reaction to the disappointing result and discusses next steps with Mark Meckler and Regional Director Deanna Becket, who were on the ground in Pierre.

Mark Meckler comes guns blazing with a surprising new battlecry. Then, he reacts to a viral clip from NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani, provides an update on the latest Convention of States news, and answers your questions. Welcome to The BattleCry. Ask Mark Anything The Key to Unlock Constitutional Solutions

The state's motto "To the Stars Through Difficulties" was never more true than with the effort for Kansas to adopt Convention of States Action's Article V application. Learn the incredible efforts it took to make history, as told by the patriots who made it happen. Kansas State Senator Michael Murphy, Regional Director Deanna Becket, State Director David Copeland, Legislative Liaison Ben Terrill, and David Schneider join a jam-packed panel along with constitutional attorney Michael Farris. Farris is the Co-Founder and Senior Advisor for Convention of States, legal champion of the homeschool movement, and a 10-time winner at the Supreme Court level. He successfully litigated the case that paved the way for Kansas to become state #20. Minutemen Mailbag Watch COS at Home

Another state scored a victory for Convention of States, the Minneapolis mayhem continues, and President Trump launches a smart new project to help Americans. COS President Mark Meckler brings you another episode of The BattleCry with all gas, no brake. Ask Mark Anything End Federal Overreach

Last week Kansas became the 20th state to join the Convention of States movement. It’s a huge win for liberty in America, and we’re not done celebrating. Like any historic moment, there are unheralded heroes who made it happen. We want to spotlight the great Americans who dedicated their lives, fortunes, and sacred honor to this fight. Join us on a journey with the Convention of States Kansas team, learn what strategies it takes to pass the COS Action Article V application, and feel the persistent fire that it takes to make history.

HUGE NEWS: The South Dakota Senate voted on Convention of States Action's Article V application (SJR 503) on Monday, January 26! Hot on the heels of Kansas becoming state #20, the state of South Dakota is leading the race to become the 21st state to join the movement to permanently rein in the power of the federal government, restore fiscal sanity in Washington, and impose term limits on Congress and other federal officials. After a short debate and overwhelmingly favorable vote, Andrew Lusch interviews Regional Director Deanna Becket for reaction and preview of what comes next in the legislative process.

Mark Meckler is back from a crazy week on the road for Convention of States, and he's got the inside scoop on the landslide victory in Kansas. But the winning didn't stop there. PLUS, Mark Meckler breaks down President Trump's trip to Davos and answers listener questions. Ask Mark Anything Give to Get to 34 States

On January 23, 2026, the South Dakota Senate State Affairs Committee voted after hearing public testimony on Convention of States Action's Article V application for proposing fiscal restraints, jurisdictional constraints, and term limits on the federal government. Rick Santorum was on the ground in Pierre to testify in favor, along with local activists. Several committee members made compelling arguments for their yes vote. The final vote was 8-1 with a DO PASS recommendation, and the resolution will now go to the Senate floor for debate.

On January 22, 2026, a vote of the Kansas House of Representatives officially made Kansas the 20th state to join the Convention of States movement! Rita Peters and Andrew Lusch interview the volunteer patriots who worked hard to make it happen. PLUS, COS President Mark Meckler and Regional Director Deanna Becket join the broadcast to give their instant reaction to a historic day. Calling a convention may not be easy, but it is possible. And the grassroots won’t back down until it happens.The team faced multiple unusual obstacles, including a now-defunct state provision purporting to raise the threshold for passing Article V applications above the constitutional requirement, but never gave up. On Thursday, their efforts finally paid off with an 80–42 vote in the Kansas House, making Kansas an official applicant for an Article V convention.

Kansas is just one vote away from becoming the 20th state to join the Convention of States movement! Andrew Lusch and Rita Peters react to the final debate of the Kansas House of Representatives, while COS President Mark Meckler and Regional Director Deanna Becket join the broadcast from Topeka to give an on-the-ground perspective.

On this week's BattleCry, Mark Meckler covers how President Trump is reshaping global politics and why it's a good thing for Americans. PLUS, he's going back on the road for Convention of States and has some intriguing updates. Ask Mark Anything

Mark Meckler is ready to go to war in 2026. First, he reacts to the new global order that President Trump has wrought. And what is going on in Minneapolis? Join the grassroots organizer and Co-Founder of Convention of States for his weekly recap of news and responses to your questions. Ask Mark Anything

The first episode of 2026 is a doozy! Bestselling author and host of the popular Heidi St. John Podcast joins Grassroots Director Jonathan Viaud for a no-holds-barred conversation about Convention of States, infighting in the conservative movement, the urgent need for homeschooling, and much more!

Rick Santorum, Senior Advisor to Convention of States Action, sits down with your host Mark Meckler at the Race to Freedom Leadership Summit in Indianapolis for an interview. They reflect on their memories of two late statesmen: Charlie Kirk and Dr. Tom Coburn.

Mark Meckler, President of Convention of States Action, emcees COSA's emotional and inspiring 2025 Awards Banquet. After each Regional Director announces new Challenge Coins winners, the State Team of the Year and Volunteer of the Year are welcomed to the stage. Then, the first-ever John Adams Award is given to a special patriot. Throughout, Mark Meckler shares his heart for citizen patriots and why he continues to fight alongside them. This event was held September 2025.

Convention of States Action's Co-Founder Michael Farris is introduced by COS President Mark Meckler for the climactic keynote address at the 2025 Race to Freedom Leadership Summit. Having spearheaded the homeschooling movement and as co-counsel for the case that overturned Roe v Wade, Farris shares his singular perspective on what it takes to achieve the impossible.

In a special edition of The BattleCry, Mark Meckler turns the mic over to Convention of States Senior Advisor Rick Santorum. This recording is from a November 2025 event in which the former U.S. Senator spoke to to a packed room of activists and legislators in Annapolis before opening up the floor to questions. Santorum shares some of the latest news for Convention of States, why an Article V convention is worth the effort, and much more.

In a must-listen episode of The BattleCry, Mark Meckler does a deep dive into the history of what has killed powerful republics. Can America cheat history? Then, he answers your questions and responds to a viral video from Congressman Thomas Massie. Ask Mark Anything

Convention of States President Mark Meckler returns to stand up for his friend, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth. Why did it take so long to track down the J6 pipe bomber? What is really motivating Candace Owens? And just what is Tim Walz thinking? Inquiring minds want to know, and Mark Meckler has the answers to those questions as well as your submissions for Ask Mark Anything. Welcome to The BattleCry.

Your host Jonathan Viaud sits down for an exclusive interview with Dr. Gold, CEO of Goldcare.com, founder of the civil liberties organization America’s Frontline Doctors, and an official endorser of Convention of States Action. Jon asks Dr. Gold about her fight for medical freedom, how Obamacare has changed healthcare for the worse in America, why Article V and Convention of States is the answer. Dr. Gold graduated from Chicago Medical School prior to earning a Juris Doctorate at Stanford University Law School, and served minority communities as an emergency room doctor for over 20 years, all without a single complaint of malpractice. Dr. Gold is familiar with the inner workings of government policy and procedure, as she has worked for the U.S. Surgeon General, as well as for the former chairman of the U.S. Senate Labor and Human Resources Committee. She is also the author of the book 'Selective Persecution: The Legalization of American Fascism.'

You never know what will happen when you put Mark Meckler and Patriot Academy President Rick Green in a room together! "America's Constitution Coach" sits down for a time of storytelling and vision-casting at the 2025 Race to Freedom Leadership Summit in Indianapolis. After story time with Rick and Mark, they share some exciting plans for the 250th anniversary of American independence.

Mark Meckler talks his strategy with Thanksgiving dinner and talking politics. PLUS, are the Republicans already in trouble for the 2026 midterm elections? Mark offers his ideas on what President Trump can do to turn it around. Then, he answers your questions for another round of Ask Mark Anything. Welcome to The BattleCry. Ask Mark Anything

Did the Dems betray, or did Schumer save the day? COS President Mark Meckler breaks it down, shares some book recommendations, and announces his new venture with Just the News. Ask Mark Anything

On November 13, 2025, the Massachusetts Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs heard from the public on Convention of States Action's Article V application as well as other legislation. Several volunteers with the COS Massachusetts team gave proponent testimony and answered questions from the committee. Opponent testimony was presented by several lobbyists, including Common Cause, the ACLU, the AFL-CIO, and Reproductive Equity Now. COSA President Mark Meckler also testified remotely. After the hearing, Andrew Lusch shared a recap and reaction before getting a live report from the Massachusetts capitol with Regional Director Haley Shaw. Watch COS LIVE Take Action

Mark Meckler is back from his D.C. trip, and he has thoughts. His friend Dr. Kevin Roberts (President of the Heritage Foundation) had a less-than-stellar reaction to the ongoing Tucker Carlson controversy. Plus, Mark comments on the BLOCKBUSTER news out of Kansas and what it means for the Convention of States movement. Then, the COS President launches into an extended edition of Ask Mark Anything. Welcome to The BattleCry! Ask Mark Anything