An alternative to the 17th Amendment

[Emsworth]

This seems to be an interesting idea. However, I think that this method could be very complicated and very expensive. If the people reject the state legislature's nominee, then the state would have to hold multiple elections, which would cost a lot of money and take up a lot of time. Furthermore, I feel that this method gives the Governor too much power, especially if there is a deadlock between the legislature and the people, or a deadlock between the two houses of the legislature.

[Emsworth]

... at least the state will still be sending a representative from the state government.

I see your point, but I would argue that someone elected by the people  represents a state just as much as someone elected by the government.