During a recent government meeting, discussions centered on the potential risks associated with the call for a constitutional convention under Article V of the U.S. Constitution. A key speaker highlighted the strategic importance of state-level actions, particularly in swing states, to counter efforts aimed at convening such a convention.

The speaker noted that a new method of counting resolutions has emerged, which aggregates various historical resolutions—including those from the Civil War and child labor amendments—to claim that the necessary 34 states have supported a convention. This approach has raised concerns about its legitimacy, as it includes resolutions that have been rescinded or are outdated.

Significantly, the speaker pointed out that New York recently rescinded its previous resolutions supporting a constitutional convention, effectively removing one from the count. Currently, 12 states have taken similar actions to rescind their support, with Idaho and Montana being highlighted as states under scrutiny for potential rescission efforts.

The discussion also revealed an unexpected alliance between some Democrats and those advocating for rescission, as the speaker emphasized that cooperation with Democrats may be essential for success in this endeavor. Despite historical opposition from the National Republican Committee regarding Article V conventions, the speaker urged attendees to consider bipartisan collaboration as a necessary strategy to prevent a constitutional convention from being called.

Overall, the meeting underscored the complexities and political dynamics surrounding the push for a constitutional convention, emphasizing the need for vigilance and strategic partnerships at the state level to safeguard against what some view as a significant constitutional risk.