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Were the Framers of the Constitution guided by their faith? In a new Constitution Week edition of Crossroads, Rita Peters, Mark Meckler, and Michael Farris explain why the U.S. Constitution is unique in human history, the brilliance of its design, and how the Judeo-Christian worldview influenced the construction of our systems of government.

It’s our favorite time of year! To celebrate Constitution Week we'll reflect on the brilliance of the American system of government, why Article V plays a critical role, and throw in a couple surprises. Sign the petition ️➡️ http://bit.ly/2Q8qyTy

In today’s episode, we give you a unit from GOV 100 of COS University, an educational online platform for COS supporters. Convention of States co-founder and Senior Advisor Michael Farris shares how the Constitution empowers We the People to reclaim our country from the corrupt powerbrokers in D.C. You can take the full course for free by going to www.cosuniversity.com.

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His remarks on term limits drew applause from commissioners and viewers alike during the 2023 Article V Convention Simulation. Get to know Minnesota Rep. Walter Hudson on this week’s episode. Learn more about the Article V Convention Simulation.

Hosted by Convention of States Foundation in August of 2023, the Article V Convention Simulation was held in Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia, with delegations from 49 states. This is Part 1 of the final plenary session, wherein a roll call is made, invocations are offered, and the Committee on Style and Detail give its report.

Will President Biden sacrifice Hunter? Mark Meckler is back to give his thoughts on the mental decline of American “leadership,” why the Deep State loves Kamala Harris, who’s hot in the presidential race, a recap of the latest Convention of States news, and much more. Welcome to another jam-packed edition of The BattleCry podcast.

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In this segment, leaders with Convention of States Foundation share their observations from the first working day of the 2023 Article V Convention Simulation. Senior Vice President Rita Peters interviews co-founders Michael Farris and Mark Meckler as well as Senior Advisor Rick Santorum.

We've come a long way in 10 years. Listen to Mark Meckler's very first speech for Convention of States given August of 2013 before a room of state legislators. He is introduced by Colorado Rep. Kevin Lundberg, who participated in last month's Simulated Article V Convention. Take action.

This week, shocking new details about the botched Biden withdrawal from Afghanistan emerge, WaPo slams COS co-founder Michael Farris, the government teases new mask mandates, and a 12-year-old boy gives his woke school a history lesson they won't soon forget.

The Illinois team earned the movement’s 2.5 MILLIONTH signature. How did they do it? Why is it important? We’ll interview State Director David Winters and share why the COS petition is a critical component to our legislative strategy. Sign the petition.

In this opening plenary session, three candidates for convention president give speeches, and the delegations vote (state by state) to elect their officers. Hosted by Convention of States Foundation in August of 2023, the Article V Convention Simulation was held in Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia.

We look back on our favorite moments from 10 years of grassroots activism. Plus, a video review of what citizen activists have accomplished since the Convention of States movement began in August 2013. Sign the petition.

Today you will get to hear audio from a Simulated Article V Convention, with 49 state delegations consisting mostly of sitting or previous state legislators. Hosted by Convention of States Foundation in August of 2023, the event was held in Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia. As the convention comes to order in this segment, listen to opening remarks made by COS Foundation President Mark Meckler, Co-Founder Michael Farris, Senior Advisor Rick Santorum, and 2016's Simulation President Rep. Ken Ivory of Utah.

In the 10th Anniversary month for Convention of States, Mark Meckler recaps the Article V Convention Simulation with his unique behind-the-scenes perspective. Learn more at www.conventionofstates.com/sim

On today's show, we explore 10 years of COS history, debunk Gov. Newsom's anti-Second Amendment scam, and uncover a new EPA plan that could jeopardize America's electric grid.

Today we present a selection from COS University. In this unit of GOV 100, Convention of States co-founder and Senior Advisor Michael Farris debunks the widespread belief that the 1787 convention went beyond the scope of its original call. He proves that the delegates to the Philadelphia Convention acted lawfully to render the government adequate to the exigencies of the union. There is no precedent for an unlawfully conducted interstate convention. Take the full course for free by going to www.cosuniversity.com.

Take a deep dive into the six amendments that passed out of Convention of States Foundation's 2023 Simulated Article V Convention and other need-to-know news stories.

Success! Andrew and Rita are back after spending last week in Williamsburg with statesmen from 49 states. They'll share their favorite moments and review the six amendment proposals as adopted by the convention. Plus, watch an interview Rita conducted with Rep. Kevin Lundberg, a commissioner from Colorado. Learn more at www.conventionofstates.com/sim

Today we present a selection from COS University. In this unit of COS 100, Rita Peters–who serves as the Senior Vice President for Legislative Affairs–walks students through the Article V convention process. You can take the full course for free by going to www.cosuniversity.com.

On Wednesday Convention of States President Mark Meckler kicked off the Article V Simulated Convention with commissioners representing 49 states in Williamsburg, Virginia. Learn more at www.conventionofstates.com/sim

An exclusive look inside Convention of States Foundation's 2023 Simulated Article V Convention.

Today we present a select unit from COS University. In COS 100, Dr. Tom Coburn shares why he left the U.S. Senate in order to work for the only constitutional solution as big as the D.C. problem. You can take the full course for free by going to www.cosuniversity.com.

The states are coming together again, preparing for a history-changing event. As we anticipate this week's Article V Convention Simulation, Mark looks back at the first-ever such event which was held in September 2016. RSVP to watch the convention.

On today's show, we discuss Mitch McConnell's viral freeze-up, government agencies that pay for empty office spaces, Convention of States Foundation's 2023 simulation, and shocking reports that the DOJ sidelined concerns about child sex trafficking.

We asked grassroots patriots from across the country to submit amendments for state delegations to consider at the upcoming Simulated Article V Convention. On this episode, we break down the results and which amendments could make the cut. RSVP to watch the Simulation.

In this audio from January 18, 2023, the Montana Senate Committee on Business, Labor, and Economic Affairs hears citizen testimony on the Article V resolution as proposed by Convention of States Action. In addition to local supporters, COS Senior Advisor Rick Santorum testifies in favor of the resolution calling for an Article V convention for proposing term limits, fiscal restraints, and other limits on the power of the federal government.

Mark Meckler tells listeners how they can watch the upcoming Simulated Article V Convention. Plus, he reveals why lawyers are getting dumber.

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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.

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.

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?

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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.

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.

"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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Rick Santorum at the Pennsylvania Leadership Conference (2022)