Convention of States

The Article V convention process has yet to be used in American history, leading to uncertainty as to how it would work. However, historic records provide a clear picture of operation. This essay was written by Rita Peters, Esq., who serves as the Vice President for National Legislative Strategy for Convention of States Action. Download this Essay

Mark Meckler recaps Biden's State of Confusion, why Democrats were upset with it, this week's good news, your questions, and shares an update on Convention of States. Learn More About The BattleCry

Have you been censored on social media due to information that government agencies deemed "misinformation"? In a GAME-CHANGING lawsuit, constitutional attorney Michael Farris is fighting back against Big Tech's ability to conspire with the feds. Learn More About Crossroads

Texas Congressman Chip Roy brings the fire as he encourages Idaho and Iowa legislators to pass the COS Action resolution, briefs listeners on the importance of the Liable Act, assesses how Speaker Johnson is performing, and more. PLUS, Jonathan shares Article V education and a tip on pushing COS forward from home. Learn More About COS at Home

Paralyzing fear is the most common rationale among opponents of an Article V convention for proposing amendments. Meanwhile, all levels of the federal government continue to centralize power and infringe on the rights of the people, threatening the sustainability of the American republic. This essay was written by Rita Peters, Esq., who serves as the Vice President for National Legislative Strategy for Convention of States Action. Download this Essay

Trump is off the ballot in Illinois, but what does it really mean? McConnell is stepping down, but what will change? Mark Meckler gets into that, questions from the mailbag, and much more. Welcome to The BattleCry Learn More About The BattleCry

What it takes to win the presidency--and the job of the presidency itself--has changed quite a bit since the inception of the republic. Mark and Rita ask Rick Santorum an insider's perspective on what it's like to run for the presidency, what is Nikki Haley's strategy, whether President Biden could drop out, and much more. Learn More about Crossroads

The Biden Admin's 30x30 Initiative directs federal agencies to "conserve" at least 30% of U.S. land and waters by 2030. What danger does this pose to private lands? COS Action President Mark Meckler is joined by four guests who will illuminate this outrageous development AND what we can do about it. Margaret Byfield is the Executive Director of American Stewards for Liberty, Dan Byfield is ASL's CEO, Joanne Martin is head of the Convention of States coalition for Livestock, Agriculture, and Rural Affairs, and Angel Cushing is a Kansas farmer and Convention of States activist leader. Learn more about American Stewards of Liberty

This essay traces the history of Article V research. Professor Robert G. Natelson is the Independence Institute’s Senior Fellow in Constitutional Jurisprudence and Head of the Article V Information Center. His work has been cited as high as the Supreme Court level. Download this Essay The Law of Article V book by Robert Natelson

Politics is largely regarded as a sphere where darkness flourishes. But maybe that's where the light can shine brightest. In part 1 of an emotional interview, Convention of States President Mark Meckler shares his unlikely journey from militant atheism to Jewish Christianity through grassroots activism. Learn More About The BattleCry

On this month's edition of COS at Home, Jonathan introduces some new segments and asks Mark Meckler about the nefarious 30x30 scheme, how COS can fix the border crisis, and more. Learn More about 30x30 Learn More About the Border Solution Learn More about COS at Home

A constitutional amendment unlocking federally-held lands could unleash an environmental and economic renaissance. Ken Ivory is a Utah State Representative and Director of the Free The Lands Project with Federalism in Action. Download this Essay

It’s Shapiro vs Tucker, Trump vs Never Trump, and Haley vs Reality. In the Sunday night edition of The BattleCry, Mark Meckler issues a call to stop the in-fighting and unite to secure America's future.

You've got questions? He's got answers. Convention of States Action President and Co-Founder Mark Meckler took to the interwebs for an unscripted Q&A on Article V and the Convention of States movement.

Does the Left care about the poor more than the political Right? Is socialism more compassionate or humane than free markets? Mark and Rita wrap up their book study on social justice with key takeaways. Learn More Order the Book

On February 14, 2024, the Idaho Senate Judiciary and Rules Committee heard public testimony and voted on Convention of States Action's Article V application for proposing term limits on federal officials, fiscal restraints, and other limits on the federal government's power. Rick Santorum gave expert testimony. The final vote was 6-3 in favor of advancing the resolution to the Idaho Senate floor.

Would amendments proposed by an Article V convention really make a difference? History says, "Yes!" Learn more by listening to this essay by Professor Robert G. Natelson, who is the Independence Institute’s Senior Fellow in Constitutional Jurisprudence and Head of the Article V Information Center. His work has been cited as high as the Supreme Court level. Download "The Lamp of Experience: Constitutional Amendments Work" The Law of Article V book by Robert Natelson

Mark Meckler will grade Tucker Carlson’s interview with Vladimir Putin, review a new report on Biden’s classified docs, and recap an exhilarating week of news for Convention of States.

On February 7, 2024, the Iowa House State Affairs Committee voted to advance the Convention of States Action resolution to the full Iowa House for debate. This Article V resolution has been adopted by 19 other states, allowing for amendment proposals on three topics: term limits, fiscal restraints, and limits on federal jurisdiction. If passed by the House, this Article V resolution would need to also be adopted by the Iowa Senate in order to achieve final passage.

On February 6, 2024, the Rhode Island House Committee on State Govt. and Elections heard public testimony on Convention of States Action's Article V resolution.

On February 6, 2024, the Ohio House Government Oversight Committee heard public testimony from local supporters of Convention of States Action's Article V resolution. COS Co-Founder Michael Farris was also on hand to provide expert testimony.

A subcommittee of the Iowa House State Government Committee hears public testimony on our Article V application February 6, 2024, and advanced the Convention of States Action resolution to the full committee. Rick Santorum gave expert testimony.

Fearful speculations about the Article V convention process ignore what scholarly research has revealed. Professor Robert G. Natelson is the Independence Institute’s Senior Fellow in Constitutional Jurisprudence and Head of the Article V Information Center. His work has been cited as high as the Supreme Court level. Download "The Myth of a Runaway Amendments Convention" The Law of Article V book by Robert Natelson

After dropping a #1 hit on the Rap charts, Ben Shapiro released a must-see new documentary on the southern border. Mark Meckler shares four disturbing stories you should be paying attention to that the media is ignoring.

In part 5 of their book study on social justice, Rita and Mark confront the counterproductive tactic of identity politics with hard facts. Learn More Order the Book

After nearly 300 episodes, COS LIVE is announcing some exciting changes. In this special edition of the program, Rita, Andrew, Mike, and Producer G have fun reflecting on their favorite moments anchoring the program and preview what's next.

This is the draft rules for the future Article V Convention, as authored by constitutional scholars Robert G. Natelson and Michael Farris and edited by a caucus of 200+ state legislators. A version of these rules were successfully tested at the 2023 and 2016 Simulated Article V Conventions. Download Proposed Convention Rules Simulated Article V Convention

What is the media getting wrong about the SCOTUS decision on the border fence? PLUS, Mark Meckler reviews exciting new polling results for Convention out of Pennsylvania.

In Part 4 of their book study on social justice, Rita and Mark break down the meaning of systemic injustice and why inequalities are not necessarily a bad thing. Order the Book Learn More

In this audio essay, Rita Peters, Esq., debunks five common myths about the Article V convention process. Peters serves as the Vice President for National Legislative Strategy for Convention of States Action. Download this Essay

This week Mark Meckler braved the wind and snow with Convention of States citizen activists. Hear that story, plus how Jim Harbaugh and Dr. Kevin Roberts have been champions for freedom.

Constitutional attorneys Michael Farris and Rita Peters discuss the disturbing trend of tribalism in America and how it finds its roots in the human need to belong. Learn More Order the Book

On January 16, 2024, the Massachusetts Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs heard testimony from Rep. Steven Xiarhos, Michael Farris, and local citizens on our application calling for an Article V convention to stop federal overreach, impose term limits, and set fiscal restraints. This recording has been edited to remove dead air and portions of the hearing that did not directly deal with COS Action's legislation.

In today’s episode, we give you a compilation interviews from the Historic Article V Convention Simulation held in September of 2016.

Ready to give hope to your friends and family? For this week's edition of The BattleCry, Convention of States Action President Mark Meckler has more good news for your to share, a preview of the week ahead for COS, and another round of Ask Mark Anything.

Convention of States Action President Mark Meckler issues an urgent message for the new year.

How does your worldview impact your view of social justice? Rita and Mark dive into the next chapter of their book study. Order the Book Learn More

The first votes of the 2024 presidential election cycle will be tallied on January 15. We’ll get an on-the-ground perspective on the reality of the situation, find out which candidates support COS, and what will happen next for the Convention of States movement in the Hawkeye State. Project POTUS

In this audio from February 22, 2022, the South Carolina Senate Judiciary Committee discusses and votes on the Article V application as proferred by Convention of States Action. Later that year South Carolina went onto become the 19th state to join the COS movement.

Mark Meckler has good news to kick off the new year, plus a call to action as we head into the 2024 legislative sessions across the United States. Learn More

Rita Peters and Mark Meckler launch a fascinating series on the controversial new book titled Confronting Injustice Without Compromising Truth: 12 Questions Christians Should Ask About Social Justice by Thaddeus Williams. Order the Book

Our Article V application is about to be considered in the 2024 state legislative sessions all across the country. Which states are hottest for Convention of States Action? Get the inside scoop from our guests: SIX Regional Directors for Convention of States Action. Share the Petition

Today we give you an opening statement from Convention of States President Mark Meckler at a hearing of the Ohio Senate General Government Budget Committee. This audio was captured on June 8, 2022.

In part 3 of his talk at Living Stones Church in Indiana, Mark Meckler answers questions from the audience about Article V and the Convention of States movement. Invest in the 2024 Victory Fund

Rita and Andrew will react to our highlight reel from 2023 and share their favorite Convention of States moments from the year. Equip your fellow citizens in the fight for freedom.

In today’s episode we look back at a 2021 hearing of the West Virginia House Judiciary Committee in consideration of Convention of States Action’s Article V resolution. In addition to local residents, COS President and co-founder Mark Meckler testified in favor of the legislation. West Virginia later became the 18th state to successfully join the Convention of States movement.

Mark Meckler reflects on the top moments from 2023 and looks ahead to what 2024 will hold for the Convention of States movement. Contribute to our 2024 Victory Fund

Persistence. Leadership. Passion. Service. Cutting edge strategies. Proven results. These are the qualities we look for when recognizing great Americans for their game-changing contributions to the cause. Find out what works from some of the top citizen activists in the country. We'll interview the winners of this year's activist awards: State Team of the Year and Outstanding Volunteer of the Year. Equip your fellow citizens in the fight for freedom.

In today’s episode, we listen to a speech from the floor of the South Carolina Senate. State Senator Chip Campsen spoke in favor of the Convention of States Action resolution on March 11, 2022. South Carolina later became the 19th state to join the COS movement.

In part 2 of his talk at Living Stones Church in Indiana, Mark Meckler journeys with the audience through American history and examines the reality of ever-present fissures which have become deteriorating cracks in the wake of massive government centralization. But he doesn't stop before he gets to a solution as big as the problem. Equip your fellow citizens in the fight for freedom. More BattleCry