I have always been confused why a few conservative nutters think the DOA and Quixotic idea of reverting to having the state legislatures "elect" Senators would further any of their agenda. Does anyone know? And just what is their burr up the derriere on this one?
Free Republic used to host a fair number of rants on this subject. I just watched from the sidelines, since none of it made any sense, and it is in general a mistake to get in bed with a nutter.
At least in theory, it reinforces federalism by making states matter more. Senators would be more beholden to the needs of the state legislators who selected them than the people generally. They'd be less likely to give up power to the federal government and make sure their bosses get to keep more power. In theory.
<5%. Heck, less than 2%.
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