Best conventionofstates Podcasts (2025)

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Tag Elon | The BattleCry 27:18

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This week a flurry of big-league personalities called on Elon Musk to back Convention of States, instead of a third party. COS President Mark Meckler reacts to that and issues a call to action to help get the billionaire on board with the only constitutional solution as big as the D.C. problem. Mark's X Post…

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DIY Nation: Mark Meckler at FreedomFest | The BattleCry 15:09

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Last month COS President Mark Meckler gave an exhilarating speech from the main stage of FreedomFest 2025. He shares how the vision of America isn't about ceding our power to an elite uni-party in a faraway capitol. Rather, the American Founders envisioned a do-it-yourself nation. That's why they included the Article V convention process in the Con…

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COS at Home with Michael Farris (July 2025) 1:10:36

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The Supreme Court always drops their biggest decisions this time of year, and we've got the man for the job to tell us what it all means. Constitutional attorney Michael Farris has won a dozen victories at the Supreme Court, spearheaded the movement to legalize homeschooling in all 50 states, and co-founded Convention of States Action. Minuteman Ma…

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Mark Meckler in the Media | The BattleCry 20:13

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For this week's episode of The BattleCry, check out this montage of some of Mark Meckler's recent appearances in the media, including on Newsmax and alternative platforms. Mark gives his singular opinion on current events, while reaching listeners with the message of Convention of States. Interview Mark Meckler…

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Michael Farris Lights Up New Jersey | The BattleCry 34:36

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With Mark Meckler on the road this weekend, enjoy this recent speech from his co-founder Michael Farris at an event outside the New Jersey capitol. In addition to serving as COS Action's Senior Advisor, Farris is a constitutional attorney who has won cases at the Supreme Court level.By conventionofstates

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Overcoming Life's Obstacles Like a Statesman | Grassroots Groundbreakers Ep.10 30:15

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In this month's episode, Mike Ruthenberg interviews COS Texas volunteer John van Compernolle. We will discuss his start with Convention of States, his book on Article V, as well as his participation in passing the clean COS Resolution in Texas. We will discuss the life circumstances that could have derailed John but didn't. Mike is the Executive Gr…

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Ohio Senate Hears Public Testimony on Convention of States | COS LIVE 52:49

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On June 17 the Ohio Senate General Government Committee held a public hearing on COS Action's Article V application for proposing fiscal restraints, limits on federal overreach, and term limits on members of Congress and federal officials. In this episode of COS LIVE, Senior Vice President for Legislative Affairs Rita Peters responds to the opponen…

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Sign the Petition | The BattleCry 38:17

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The events of this past week prove--more than ever--we need Convention of States NOW. COS President Mark Meckler comes in hot, all engines blazing to deliver a fiery call to action. What does all this have to do with President Trump vs. Elon Musk? Plus, Mark answers your questions. Sign the Petition Sign the Letter to Trump Sign the Letter to Elon …

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Texas VICTORY Roundtable | COS at Home (June 2025) 1:09:57

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It was no easy feat. On May 8 the Texas legislature eliminated the expiration date for its Convention of States resolution, ensuring the Lone Star State remains at the forefront of the historic Article V movement to unleash liberty in America. Your host Jonathan Viaud interviews the major players who made it possible, including rising star Texas St…

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Buy American | The BattleCry 27:13

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In this week's episode the President of Convention of States Mark Meckler shares a great website for buying American-made goods. Mark also reacts to historic polling about President Trump, RFK's war on the medical journal industry, what's really going on with the aid centers in Israel, and whether the Democrats' new plan to stay relevant will work.…

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Countdown to the Celebration | The BattleCry 46:31

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A historic event is on the horizon, and Mark Meckler wants you to prepare yourself. After his weekly call to action, Mark reacts to Sec. of State Marco Rubio's smackdown of a U.S. Senator, the double-assassination of Israelis in DC, and much more. Welcome to The BattleCry. Ask Mark AnythingBy conventionofstates

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Michael Farris Testifies Before Ohio House Committee | COS LIVE 2:04:34

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On May 20 constitutional attorney and COS co-founder Michael Farris gave a tour de force performance in defense of Article V and the Convention of States movement. The Ohio House Committee on Government Oversight held a proponents-only hearing for COS Action's Article V application (HJR 2), as well as our 34|Ready bill (HB 67). Farris answered ques…

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Mow Your Lawn | The BattleCry 35:02

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Is it too early to talk about 2028? Will Congress ever rein in the judiciary? What are President Trump's top triumphs? Mark Meckler answers those questions and much more on this week's episode of The BattleCry. Plus, he reacts to leaked footage of Congress members sleeping before taking your questions. Ask Mark Anything…

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Run for Office | The BattleCry 33:52

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Mark Meckler is fresh off a trip to the White House to deliver an update on the Article V movement, his weekly call to action, thoughts on AOC 2028, and much more. Ask Mark AnythingBy conventionofstates

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Texas Senate Votes on Convention of States | COS LIVE 30:06

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BREAKING NEWS: On May 8, 2025, the Texas Senate debated and voted on a clean Convention of States resolution with no expiration date. This would be for final passage, as the Texas House had already approved the measure (HJR 98). After Texas plants its flag for liberty, Senior Vice President Rita Peters and Regional Director Jonathan Viaud react to …

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COS at Home with Blake Guichet (May 2025) 57:19

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She's the bestselling author of "Confessions of a Crappy Christian," proud southerner, homeschool mom, history nerd, and host of The Speakeasy podcast. "The Girl Named Blake" joins us for a one-of-a-kind conversation!By conventionofstates

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North Carolina House Delivers TWO Victories for Convention of States | COS LIVE 37:10

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On May 7 the North Carolina House of Representatives debated and voted upon two pieces of legislation supported by Convention of States Action and sponsored by Rep. Dennis Riddell. COSA's Article V application (numbered H 379, setting the topics for constitutional amendments) as well as its 34|Ready bill (numbered HB 214, governing delegates to an …

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North Carolina House Judiciary Committee Votes on Convention of States | COS LIVE 13:48

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On May 6 the North Carolina House Judiciary 1 Committee held a hearing on COS Action's Article V application. Rep. Dennis Riddell provided an opening statement before taking questions from the committee. After the committee takes a vote, Rita Peters and Andrew Lusch react to the results and preview what's next.…

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Texas Update | COS LIVE 13:56

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COS Action's Article V application that just passed the Texas House (HJR 98) was scheduled to have its hearing in the Senate State Affairs Committee Monday morning. However, a legislative rule appears to have rendered such a hearing unnecessary. After Rita Peters interviews Regional Director Jonathan Viaud for a live update, she provides some break…

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Buy a Tesla? | The BattleCry 27:54

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In this week's episode of The BattleCry, COS President Mark Meckler reacts to the latest craziness from DOGE, discusses which aspects of the American economy are "doom and gloom" or "boom boom boom," and shares the latest updates on the Convention of States movement before getting to your questions. Ask Mark Anything…

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Giving Everything He Has: The Michael Rilee Story | Grassroots Groundbreakers Ep.9 26:59

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One moment he was a full-time activist, and the next moment he couldn't walk. In this stirring episode of Grassroots Groundbreakers, your host Mike Ruthenberg interviews Stephen Patten, Associate Regional Director with Convention of States Action. Steve shares the inspiring story of Michael Rilee, who can no longer speak but is still finding creati…

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Ohio House Introduces Convention of States | COS LIVE 1:27:11

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With Ohio still very much in play for Convention of States, the COS LIVE crew is bringing you unaired footage from a March 24 hearing of the Ohio House Government Oversight Committee. This was an introductory legislators-only hearing in which the committee members could ask questions about COS Action's Article V resolution (numbered HJR 2). Tune in…

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Texas Senate Hears Convention of States | COS LIVE 43:32

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NEWS: On Thursday, April 24, the Texas Senate Committee on State Affairs heard public testimony on our Article V legislation, titled SJR 54. This resolution would be a clean COS Action Article V application with no expiration date. Introducing the resolution was Sen. Brian Birdwell, who survived the 9/11 attack on the Pentagon and served in the Gul…

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Get in the Fight | The BattleCry 30:52

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Mark Meckler goes full William Wallace before diving into the week's wildest headlines. Whoopi Goldberg made the case for self-goverance?? Is Trump the greenest president ever? Then, Mark recaps his week on the road and previews Convention of States at the NRA conference in Atlanta before answering your questions. Welcome to The BattleCry! Open Let…

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Mark Meckler interviews Gen Z: What They REALLY Think About America 37:59

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Ready for some hope? Convention of States President Mark Meckler interviews a trio of COS interns to share their experiences. Learn more about the Emerging Leaders Program.By conventionofstates

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Trust But Verify | The BattleCry 36:08

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After another week on the road with engaged citizen activists, COS President Mark Meckler reacts to Karoline Leavitt's new press policy, details how he thinks Trump can legally respond to the injunctions issued by federal courts, answers listener questions, and much more. Welcome to The BattleCry. Elon, Support Convention of States! Ask Mark Anythi…

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Ignore the Noise | The BattleCry 30:51

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COS President Mark Meckler cuts through the noise to drop some truth bombs on "SignalGate," tariffs, the economy, breaking news out of Israel, and more. Then, Mark reviews the week's happenings from the Convention of States movement and answers your questions. Ask Mark Anything Shop Convention of States…

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Montana House VOTES on Convention of States | COS LIVE 46:32

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On April 3 the Montana House of Representatives debated and voted on HJ 5, an application calling for an Article V convention for proposing constitutional amendments that would impose fiscal restraints, jurisdictional constraints, and term limits on federal officials. This resolution has been adopted by 19 states, so far, with 34 needed to call the…

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COS at Home with Tim Barton (April 2025) 1:13:17

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Tim Barton, President of Wallbuilders, joins your host Jonathan Viaud to discuss President Trump's plans for the Department of Education, his message to Texas legislators regarding Convention of States, and much more! Join us the first Wednesday of each month at 8:00p ET for such segments as the educational 5 for V, breaking news with COS Now, and …

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Support DOGE | The BattleCry 24:23

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The original DOGEsters are now against DOGE. What changed? COS President Mark Meckler reacts to the week's top headlines, shares a story from his visit to the Texas capitol, answers your questions, and more. Welcome to The BattleCry. Ask Mark Anything Trump, Support COS Shop COS SwagBy conventionofstates

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A Personal Approach to Volunteer Engagement | Grassroots Groundbreakers Ep.8 34:25

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How do you create a committed, family atmosphere for your team? In this episode of Grassroots Groundbreakers, your host Mike Ruthenberg interviews Maria Bedard, State Director with Convention of States Maryland. Maria shares proven strategies like "fellowship events" and how she empowers people to do what they love. Mike is the Chief Grassroots Off…

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Texas House Holds Public Hearing on Convention of States | COS LIVE 1:10:37

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On March 26 the Texas House Committee on State Affairs heard public testimony on HJR 98, a clean Article V application for proposing fiscal restraints, jurisdictional constraints, and term limits on the federal government and its officials. Texas was state #11 to pass COS Action's resolution, but that legislation had an expiration date. HJR 98 woul…

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Resist the Panic | The BattleCry 35:45

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The judiciary is resisting President Trump, but it's no time to panic. COS President Mark Meckler cuts through the noise with his no-nonsense takes on this week's news and provides an update on Convention of States. Then, Producer G takes over Ask Mark Anything. ASK MARK ANYTHING TRUMP, SUPPORT COS SHOP COS…

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Hawaii Legislature Holds Hearing on Convention of States | COS LIVE 45:06

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NEWS: The Hawaii Senate Committee on Energy and Intergovernmental Affairs heard COS Action's Article V application on Thursday, March 20. COS President Mark Meckler provided proponent testimony, as did several members of the COS Hawaii team. After the hearing, COS President Mark Meckler and Regional Director Andrew Lusch join the program to respond…

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Kansas House Hears Convention of States | COS LIVE 1:23:43

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Kansas is halfway home towards calling for an Article V convention to rein in the feds, once and for all! On Monday, March 17, the Kansas House Committee on Federal and State Affairs held a public hearing on COS Action's Article V application, which has been adopted by 19 other states. After local supporters expressed their support, Michael Farris …

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Wear This Shirt | The BattleCry 37:01

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Mark Meckler welcomes one and all to America's next Golden Age. Later in the episode, the Convention of States co-founder gives a tough talk on tariffs, previews where you can meet him next, and answers listener questions on a variety of topics. The BattleCry airs Sundays at 8:00p ET on Convention of States Rumble, X, Youtube, and Facebook. Get the…

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Idaho House Debates Convention of States | COS LIVE 1:23:33

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On March 12, 2025, the Idaho House of Representatives voted on HCR 9 and HCR 10. This was the first time ever that the Idaho House has considered our Article V legislation. First, they debated HCR 9, which is 34|Ready legislation that would set the state's rules for selecting and governing commissioners to an Article V convention. Secondly they deb…

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Ohio Senate Holds Public Hearing on Convention of States | COS LIVE 1:25:49

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On March 11, 2025, the Ohio Senate Committee on General Government held a public hearing on two pieces of legislation sponsored by COS Action: its model Article V application for reining in federal power, as well as a 34|Ready bill that would set the legislature's rules for selecting and governing commissioners to an Article V convention. Sen. Mich…

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Watch Trump's Speech | The BattleCry 28:09

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Mark Meckler reacts to President Trump's barnburner of a speech as held before a joint session of Congress, but he wonders what the heck is going on with Gaza, the Epstein Files, and the Democrat Party. Mark finishes off the show with an update on his travels and answers listener questions. Ask Mark Anything Open Letter to Trump…

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COS at Home with Texas Rep. Cody Vasut 55:24

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Texas was state #11 to successfully pass our Article V application, but there's a catch. In this edition of COS at Home, Texas State Representative Cody Vasut joins the program to discuss what must happen this year in order for Texas to remain at the forefront of the Convention of States movement. Host Jonathan Viaud also spends five minutes educat…

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Wyoming House VOTES on Convention of States | COS LIVE 2025 1:19:03

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In the eleventh-hour, the Wyoming House debated and voted on Convention of States Action's Article V application on Friday night, Feb. 28. State Director Julie Baker and Regional Director Deanna Becket join the show to react to the results and give a call to action. Then, listen in as legislators debate the resolution and take a vote. Take Action C…

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Question the News | The BattleCry 35:42

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Mark Meckler is back from a busy week on the road. In this episode, he reacts to the "Epstein dump" dud, foreign visits to the White House, the latest Convention of States news, and caps off the show with Ask Mark Anything. Welcome to The BattleCry. Ask Mark Anything Trump, Support COSBy conventionofstates

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Public Hearing in Rhode Island on Convention of States | COS LIVE 39:44

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On Thursday, February 27, the Rhode Island House Committee on State Government and Elections heard public testimony on HR 5385 (COS Action's Article V application for a convention for proposing constitutional amendments that would impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, limit the size and jurisdiction of the federal government, and impo…

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UNPRECEDENTED Vote in Kansas Senate | COS LIVE 12:48

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On Thursday, Feb. 27, the Kansas Senate voted on COS Action's Article V application to rein in federal power, impose fiscal restraints, and propose term limits for Congress and federal officials. Despite the Kansas Constitution's two-thirds rule for Article V resolutions, the Senate successfully passed the measure by a 29-11 vote. This exceeds the …

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Kansas Senate Debates Convention of States | COS LIVE 51:31

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On Wednesday, February 26, the Kansas Senate debated SCR 1604 (COS Action's Article V application). After some introduction from Regional Directors Andrew Lusch and Deanna Becket, the episode goes to the playback of the debate. State senators discussed the resolution and voted on various amendments to the resolution. In the end, the Senate advanced…

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Nebraska Hears Convention of States | COS LIVE 2:32:39

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The Nebraska Committee on Government, Military and Veterans Affairs heard public testimony on LR14, a resolution that would remove the expiration date for Convention of States in Nebraska. The Unicameral originally passed COS Action's Article V resolution in 2022, making it the 17th state to join the movement.…

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COS LIVE Bonanza! Iowa Committee Vote + National Overview 1:58:49

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In this episode of COS LIVE, Rita Peters and Andrew Lusch introduce a vote in the Iowa House State Government Committee from Wednesday, Feb. 26. The committee interrupted its proceedings with an unscheduled caucus, so Andrew and Rita took that opportunity to give a national update for Convention of States as well as sharing terrific educational con…

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Wyoming House Hears from Public on Convention of States | COS LIVE 1:24:32

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On Feb. 25, 2025, the Wyoming House Education Committee heard public testimony on SJ1 (COS Action's Article V Resolution). In this episode of COS LIVE, Senior Vice President for Legislative Affairs Rita Peters gives an update on our legislative activity in Wyoming and nationwide. Then, the hearing begins with an introduction from the sponsor, oppon…

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Great Communication and Team Calls | Grassroots Groundbreakers Ep.7 34:15

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Did you know that regular, dynamic calls can enliven a volunteer team? In this month's episode of Grassroots Groundbreakers, Mike Ruthenberg interviews Denah Butts, who is a State Director with Convention of States Florida. Denah shares what has been working for the Florida team, including the structure of their calls and how she keeps attendees en…

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Iowa House Holds Public Hearing on Convention of States | COS LIVE 42:18

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On Tuesday, February 18, a subcommittee of the Iowa House Committee on State Government heard public testimony on our Article V application for a convention to propose amendments that would impose fiscal restraints, limits on the size and jurisdiction of the federal government, and term limits on Congress and federal officials. After Senior Vice Pr…

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