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Ep 336COS Live! Ep. 253: New Footage from the First Article V Convention Simulation (Part 2)

Rita and Andrew will react to never-before-seen footage of state commissioners crafting constitutional amendment proposals at the 2016 Simulated Article V Convention. RSVP to watch the upcoming simulation.

Jul 19, 202343 min

Ep 325COS Legacy: Colorado Hears Convention of States (2023)

In this episode, we listen into a 2023 hearing of the Colorado legislature on the Convention of States Action resolution. In addition to local supporters, Convention of States co-founder and President Mark Meckler gives expert testimony. This hearing was held on March 23rd of 2023.

Jul 18, 202358 min

Ep 335See Sound of Freedom | The BattleCry

Mark Meckler is shooting a new TV show, but he wants you to watch something else first. Plus, who's hot and who's not in the 2024 presidential race?

Jul 17, 202331 min

Ep 334The Liberty Update Ep. 25: Ohio legislature introduces COS application!

Breaking news from Convention of States!

Jul 14, 202311 min

Ep 324COS Live! Ep. 252: Behind the Scenes of the First Article V Convention Simulation (Part 1)

Go behind the scenes of the 2016 Simulated Article V Convention. This will be the first time that these clips have been shared with the public, including an interview with the late great Dr. Tom Coburn. RSVP to watch the upcoming simulation here.

Jul 12, 202341 min

Ep 320COS Legacy: Executive Summary for Convention of States Action

The Executive Summary is often distributed to legislators, donors, and grassroots activists. In a condensed format, this document outlines the process for Article V, the Convention of States Action resolution, types of amendments that could be proposed under that resolution, endorsers of COS, and more.

Jul 11, 20238 min

Ep 323North Carolina Town Hall Q&A 2023 | The BattleCry

"What's the difference between COS and JBS?" "Why do some people think that COS is funded by George Soros?" Check out these excerpts from the Q&A portion from a town hall in North Carolina with COS co-founders Michael Farris and Mark Meckler, plus North Carolina State Director Joy Ruhmann. Recorded March 14, 2023.

Jul 10, 202329 min

Ep 322COS Legacy: The Vision of Convention of States with Mark Meckler (2023)

In this newly-released unit from Convention of States University, COS President and co-founder Mark Meckler shares the history-changing vision of the Article V movement. Sign up for free classes at www.cosuniversity.com.

Jul 3, 202312 min

Ep 321The Liberty Update Ep. 24: Harvard Must End Race-Based Admissions

SCOTUS rules against affirmative action, federal judges block transgender treatment bans, Biden says Putin is losing the war in Iraq, and Merrick Garland faces impeachment threats.

Jun 30, 20239 min

Ep 319COS Live! Ep. 251: Meet Constitutional Architect Woody Jenkins

Meet one of the commissioners who will participate in the upcoming Simulated Article V Convention! The Honorable Woody Jenkins helped author the Louisiana Constitution, and he’ll share how that experience gives him valuable insight into the operation of an Article V convention. RSVP to watch the upcoming simulation at www.cossimulation2023.org

Jun 28, 202341 min

Ep 316COS Legacy: Maine Hears Convention of States with Michael Farris (2023)

On May 19, 2023, a joint committee of the Maine legislature held a hearing on Convention of States Action's Article V resolution to proposer term limits, fiscal restraints, and limits on federal. In addition to local citizens, Convention of States co-founder Michael Farris gives expert testimony.

Jun 27, 20231h 17m

Ep 318Switch to Patriot Mobile | The BattleCry

Big Mobile gives millions to organizations that hate America, so it's time to switch. Plus, I'll weigh in on Trump vs DeSantis, Hunter Biden, and your questions on this week's BattleCry Sunday at 8:00p ET. Use promo code PATRIOTCOS at www.patriotmobile.com for free activation.

Jun 26, 202340 min

Ep 317The Liberty Update Ep. 23: Chinese Military Base Comes for Florida

China builds a military base off the coast of Florida, James O'Keefe exposes BlackRock, Florida sues the Biden Administration, and the WHO advances its pandemic treaty.

Jun 23, 202311 min

Ep 315COS Live! Ep. 250: Is Newsom’s Article V Campaign For Real?

Is California Governor Gavin Newsom’s "28th Amendment" campaign fake news? And what does it mean for our Article V movement? Daily Caller contributor Brianna Kraemer and constitutional attorney Rita Peters break it down in today’s episode of COS Live! Sign the petition ️➡️ http://bit.ly/2Q8qyTy

Jun 21, 202327 min

Ep 288Mark Meckler at Connecticut Town Hall (2019)

From our archives, Convention of States Action President and co-founder Mark Meckler headlines a packed town hall in Connecticut. This event was held in 2019.

Jun 20, 202341 min

Ep 314Find Good Candidates | The BattleCry

As self-governing citizens, we need to find good candidates NOW to represent us before it's too late in the cycle. PLUS, Mark Meckler reacts to the latest media attack against COS, the Trump indictment, and why Gov. Gavin Newsom is calling for an Article V convention.

Jun 19, 202341 min

Ep 313The Liberty Update Ep. 22: Gov. Newsom for Article V?

Gov. Newsom launches phony Article V endeavor, 2024 presidential candidate vows war on weaponized DOJ, Republicans pave the way for carbon federal carbon tax, and voters weigh in on Biden family corruption allegations.

Jun 16, 202311 min

Ep 312COS Live! Ep. 249: Next Gen Warriors for Liberty

Young people have the biggest stake in America’s future, which is why we’re investing in the next generation to reclaim liberty. Today's guests are Reagan Green, Kristen Stanciu, and Faith Green, who lead the Emerging Leaders Program for Convention of States. Learn more about the Emerging Leaders Program.

Jun 14, 202350 min

Ep 286Rick Santorum at the Pennsylvania Leadership Conference (2022)

Rick Santorum at the Pennsylvania Leadership Conference (2022)

Jun 13, 202326 min

Ep 311The Liberty Update Ep. 21: Major Article V Announcement

Tucker launches a new show on Twitter, Mark Levin reinforces his support for COS, Convention of States Foundation makes a major announcement, and AOC jumps at New York City crisis to support her Green New Deal.

Jun 9, 202311 min

Ep 310COS Live! Ep. 248: Historic Announcement with Michael Farris

Something BIG is coming later this summer. We’ll talk to COS Co-Founder Michael Farris to get his reaction, and why this event could be the catalyst that pushes our movement over the top. www.cossimulation2023.org

Jun 7, 202352 min

Ep 287Pete Hegseth and Mark Meckler at Rally in Minnesota (2018)

In today's episode, the Convention of States Minnesota team holds a rally at the capitol in 2018. Special speakers include Convention of States Action president Mark Meckler, Minnesota state legislators, and Fox & Friends co-host Pete Hegseth. Hegseth is a native of Minnesota.

Jun 6, 20231h 1m

Ep 308Have Hope | The BattleCry

Mark Meckler addresses the Fiscal (Ir)Responsibility Act, new entries into the 2024 presidential race, an update on the Hunter Biden laptop story, and much more.

Jun 5, 202333 min

Ep 309The Liberty Update Ep. 20: Pride Comes Before the Fall

Kirk Cameron counters Pride Month with a kids' book, the federal government proposes a terrifying 'cure' to loneliness, the states stand up to a Biden policy, and Alliance Defending Freedom defends parental rights.

Jun 2, 202310 min

Ep 307COS Live! Ep. 247: Pennsylvania Surges to Capitol

To affect change in government, We the People must make our voices heard. That’s why each year our state teams hold strategic Capitol Days across America. Today we'll give you a behind-the-scenes look at this important plan of action with Convention of States Pennsylvania State Director Jared Bill.

May 31, 202346 min

Ep 289Ohio Commitee Hears Convention of States, Rick Santorum, Rita Peters (2022)

In this January 2022 hearing, a legislative committee in Ohio hears proponent testimony on the Convention of States Action Article V resolution. Expert testimony was provided by the Honorable Rick Santorum and Rita Peters.

May 30, 20231h 39m

Ep 306Support GOOD Culture | The BattleCry

Target, Bud Light, and Adidas are in crisis. Is this what happens when the people support good culture? Welcome to The BattleCry with Convention of States President Mark Meckler.

May 29, 202330 min

Ep 305The Liberty Update Ep. 19: Electronic voting machines banned

Arizona bans electronic voting machines, Biden pushes to keep porn in school, maternity services shut down nationwide, and a new bombshell report exposes shocking info about FBI corruption.

May 26, 202311 min

Ep 304Crossroads: Classical Christian Education - Antidote to a Culture Gone Mad

Could classical Christian education restore sanity to a culture gone mad? Rita Peters interviews Ron Hoch, who is the Head of Redeemer Classical School in Harrisonburg, Virginia.

May 25, 202333 min

Ep 303COS Live! Ep. 246: Rep. Dennis Riddell’s Journey From Fear to Faith

North Carolina State Representative Dennis Riddell has been a champion for Convention of States, but he once was a member of an opposition group that traffics in fear mongering and wild speculation. We’ll ask him why he chose faith over fear. Sign the petition ️➡️ http://bit.ly/2Q8qyTy

May 24, 202335 min

Ep 217Mark Meckler: The Great Decoupling with Q&A

At the 2022 Convention of States Reclaiming Liberty Summit, CEO and Co-Founder Mark Meckler gives his talk on the Great Decoupling. Then, he sits down for an interview with his daughter Lucy Vander Laan.

May 23, 202350 min

Ep 302The Liberty Update Ep. 18: The Durham Report

The FBI is on a mission to intimidate pro-life activists, states are banning transgender treatment on minors, the federal government continues to stall on debt ceiling negotiations, and the long-awaited Durham report is released.

May 19, 202311 min

Ep 301COS Live! Ep. 245: Massachusetts Masses for National Day of Prayer

An Appeal to Heaven? That revolutionary refrain often accompanies Convention of States campaigns, and never more true than at the recent National Day of Prayer event in Plymouth, Massachusetts.

May 17, 202330 min

Ep 212Matt and Mercedes Schlapp: America Uncanceled

At the 2022 Convention of States Reclaiming Liberty Summit, Matt and Mercedes Schlapp speak to 600 Convention of States leaders in Orlando.

May 16, 202333 min

Ep 300The Liberty Update Ep. 17: Tucker Returns

Tucker Carlson announces his return to media, the White House lectures the American people about responsible spending, and the government cracks down on lawn equipment and religious liberty.

May 12, 202310 min

Ep 299Crossroads: Government is Not the Only Game in Town with Dr. Max Lyons

In today's episode, Rita Peters interviews Dr. Max Lyons, author of Government Takes All . . . What's Left for Me? The Biblical Case for Limited Government. Dr. Lyons is the Director of Teaching Services at Foundation for American Christian Education.

May 11, 202332 min

Ep 298COS Live! Ep. 244: Mark Meckler Reacts to How Many More Rally

The ball is in the Texas legislature's court. COS President Mark Meckler is with us to recap the How Many More Rally and what’s next for the movement to secure America’s border, and he has a specific action item for Texas listeners.

May 10, 202332 min

Ep 254Michael Farris in Cheyenne, Wyoming (2023)

Convention of States co-founder and Senior Advisor Michael Farris gives a talk to a group of COS supporters in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Recorded February 2023.

May 9, 202345 min

Ep 297Do NOT Lose Hope | The BattleCry

The corporate media likes to get you down, but that’s how apathy happens. Here’s why I have hope, and it motivates me to action.

May 8, 202323 min

Ep 296The Liberty Update Ep. 16: Biden ’Co-Conspirator’ In Global Pandemic Treaty

The Biden admin. is a "co-conspirator" in WHO pandemic treaty, the U.S. approaches an urgent debt limit deadline, the states stand up to Biden's credit policy, and Americans agree that fentanyl is a serious problem.

May 5, 202311 min

Ep 295Crossroads: Servant Leadership Part 9 - Effective Communication

Rita Peters is joined by Ginny Rapini, who serves Convention of States Action as a leader in the Mentoring Department. In this episode, Rita and Ginny discuss the vital importance of clarity in our communications. Purchase Servant Leadership.

May 4, 202332 min

Ep 294COS Live! Ep. 243: Michael Farris Rallies in Raleigh

On April 19, 2023, Convention of States Action Senior Advisor and co-founder Michael Farris share specific solutions that can be achieved through an Article V convention that would repair the federal government.

May 3, 202335 min

Ep 251Chris Salcedo Interviews Mark Meckler at Dallas Jewish Conservatives Town Hall

On January 26, 2023, the Dallas Jewish Conservatives hosted a town hall with Chris Salcedo of Newsmax, who interviews Convention of States Action President Mark Meckler.

May 2, 20231h 45m

Ep 293Highlights from the How Many More? Rally | The Battlecry

With electrifying speakers like Chip Roy, Lara Logan, and CJ Pearson, Saturday's rally was an important step in the fight to stop the human carnage as a result of the border crisis. Here are some of Mark Meckler's favorite moments from Saturday's inspiring How Many More? rally. Now, it's time to put the pressure on the Texas legislature.

May 1, 202342 min

Ep 292The Liberty Update Ep. 15: Tucker Carlson vs. The Elites

Federal agencies are arming themselves at alarming rates, the American people prepare for a rally at the Texas Capitol to demand secure borders, and Tucker Carlson issues his first public statement after being ousted from Fox.

Apr 28, 202310 min

Ep 291Crossroads: The Dangers of the World Health Organization Treaty on Pandemic Policy

In today's episode, Rita Peters and Michael Farris break down the U.N.'s new treaty on pandemics and the constitutionality of presidents entering international agreements without approval of the U.S. Senate.

Apr 27, 202332 min

Ep 290COS Live! Ep. 242: Prepare for Convention with Faithful Commissioner Selection Legislation

Last week Oklahoma became the latest state taking another step towards the first-ever Article V convention of states. Today we’re taking a deep dive into the subject of Faithful Commissioner Selection legislation with members of our legislative team.

Apr 26, 202335 min

Ep 52Hope in the Age of Despair: Mark Meckler at YAF 2021

Convention of States President Mark Meckler shares the one constitutional solution as big as the D.C. problem at the YAF 2021 conference in Houston.

Apr 25, 202342 min

Ep 285The Liberty Update Ep. 14: Transgender ’Health Care’ Exposed

Project Veritas exposes trans "health care" targeted at minors, Secretary Mayorkas apologizes to a family tragically impacted by the border crisis, Elon Musk warns Tucker Carlson about the potential dangers of Artificial Intelligence, and the federal government seeks new "emergency" powers.

Apr 21, 202311 min

Ep 277Crossroads: Servant Leadership Part 8 - Victimhood vs Freedom

Rita Peters is joined by Ginny Rapini, who serves Convention of States Action as a leader in the Mentoring Department. In this episode, Rita and Ginny discuss Chapter 8 of Servant Leadership and what it has to say about the choice that confronts us in the face of difficult circumstances.

Apr 20, 202331 min