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170 Eccentric, Visionary, and Patriotic Proposals to Rewrite the Constitution

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Eccentric, Visionary, And Patriotic Proposals To Rewrite The Constitution Re Framers: 170 Eccentric Visionary And Patriotic Proposals To Rewrite The U S Constitution

Re-Framers: 170 Eccentric, Visionary, and Patriotic Proposals to Rewrite the U.S. Constitution

by Arne Hoffmann

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The Constitution of the United States is a remarkable document that has served as the foundation of our nation for over two centuries. However, as society evolves and technology advances, some people argue that it is time to rewrite the Constitution to better reflect the needs of the 21st century.

There have been countless proposals to rewrite the Constitution over the years, some more eccentric and visionary than others. Here are 170 of the most interesting and thought-provoking proposals:

Abolish the Electoral College. The Electoral College is an indirect system of electing the president and vice president of the United States. It has been criticized for giving too much power to small states and for allowing candidates to win the presidency without winning the popular vote. Some proposals call for abolishing the Electoral College altogether and electing the president and vice president by popular vote.
Term limits for Congress. The Constitution does not set term limits for members of Congress. As a result, some members have served for decades and have amassed a great deal of power. Some proposals call for imposing term limits on members of Congress to encourage new ideas and perspectives.
Reduce the size of Congress. The House of Representatives has 435 members, and the Senate has 100 members. Some proposals call for reducing the size of Congress to make it more efficient and responsive to the needs of the people.
Create a national popular vote. Under the current system, each state has its own set of rules for conducting elections. This can lead to disparities in voting rights and can make it difficult for third-party candidates to win elections. Some proposals call for creating a national popular vote system, in which the candidate who wins the most votes nationwide would win the presidency.
Abolish the Senate. The Senate is the upper chamber of Congress. It is composed of two senators from each state. Some proposals call for abolishing the Senate altogether and creating a unicameral legislature.
Create a new branch of government. Some proposals call for creating a new branch of government to deal with specific issues, such as climate change or economic inequality.
Rewrite the Bill of Rights. The Bill of Rights is the first ten amendments to the Constitution. It protects individual rights, such as freedom of speech, religion, and the right to bear arms. Some proposals call for rewriting the Bill of Rights to make it more relevant to the 21st century.
Abolish the death penalty. The death penalty is a controversial issue that has been debated for centuries. Some proposals call for abolishing the death penalty altogether on moral or pragmatic grounds.
Legalize marijuana. Marijuana is a Schedule I drug under federal law, meaning that it has no accepted medical use and a high potential for abuse. Some proposals call for legalizing marijuana for recreational or medical use.
Guarantee a living wage. Some proposals call for amending the Constitution to guarantee a living wage for all Americans.

These are just a few of the many proposals that have been made to rewrite the Constitution. It is important to remember that the Constitution is a living document that has been amended many times over the years. As society evolves, it is likely that the Constitution will continue to be amended to reflect the changing needs of the American people.

Re-Framers: 170 Eccentric, Visionary, and Patriotic Proposals to Rewrite the U.S. Constitution

by Arne Hoffmann

4.6 out of 5