Understanding Article V of the U.S. Constitution

What are the two primary methods for proposing amendments to the U.S. Constitution as outlined in Article V?

• Congress proposes amendments with two-thirds majority in both House and Senate

• Two-thirds of state legislatures call for a convention to propose amendments

• The President proposes amendments with approval from the Supreme Court

• A national referendum is held to propose amendments

Why has the process of amending the Constitution through a convention of states never been exercised since 1787?

• There are no established rules for conducting such a convention

• It requires unanimous approval from all states

• The President has veto power over the convention

• It is prohibited by the Supreme Court

What is a major concern about holding an Article V convention?

• The potential for a 'runaway' convention

• The high cost of organizing the convention

• The need for international approval

• The requirement for a national referendum

Who is a significant player in promoting the movement to call an Article V convention?

• American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC)

• The Supreme Court

• The President

• The United Nations

What is a criticism of the groups promoting an Article V convention?

• Their goals often conflict with American federalism and representative democracy

• They lack sufficient funding

• They are not recognized by the federal government

• They have no legal authority to propose amendments