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Why did Massachusetts provide that a special convention write the state's constitution?
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∙ 12y ago
it wanted to avoid having it be written by the legislature
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∙ 12y agothe delaration of cheeseygoodness
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Why is a meeting held for a special purpose?
convention
What process did the philadelphia convention devise for ratifying the constitution and why?
The plan was to go directly to the voters to get them to approve of the Constitution. The Constitution would be presented to special ratifying conventions in each state, rather than to the existing state legislatures. Delegates to the conventions would be elected by popular vote for the soul purpose of debating and approving the Constitution. (Source- We the People by Susan M. Leeson.)
Was George Washington the president of the constitutional convention?
Yes he was. He sat in the famous rising sun chair. The story goes that at the front of the room there was a special desk for the president of the convention, and behind the desk was a chair with a sun on it. Benjamin Franklin at the end of the convention said that he had often wondered whether the chair was a rising or setting sun, and that he now realized that it was a rising sun.
What was the Puritans' term for their belief that Massachusetts Bay had a special arrangement with God to become a holy society?
the answer is COVENANT.
What are two ways in which congress has formally amended the constitution?
Article V of the U.S. Constitution sets out two ways for amending the Constitution. The first, which is the only method that has ever been used, is through Congress, which has the power to propose amendments to the states when two-thirds of the members of Congress vote in favor. The second method of amendment is through a convention (or "Article V convention") to propose amendments requested by the states. When two-thirds of the state legislatures make requests to Congress, then Congress is obligated to call an Article V convention. The convention only has the power to propose amendments, just like Congress. The framers of the Constitution included this second method of amending the Constitution because they were afraid that there would come a time when Congress was corrupt and refused to propose needed amendments. They thus also gave power to amend to the states, so that the states could circumvent Congress if it ever became corrupt and unresponsive to the will of the people.After an amendment has been proposed by Congress or by an Article V convention, it then goes to the states for ratification. An amendment only becomes a part of the Constitution if it is ratified by three-fourths of the states.There are two ways to change the Constitution of the United States, formally and informally.There are several ways to informally change the Constitution. One example is Article I, Section 8, Clause 18. It is known as the "elastic clause" because it "stretches" the power of Congress. This gives Congress the power to pass laws considered "necessary and proper" for carrying out the other powers of Congress. The development of political parties, political custom, and tradition are also informal ways to change the Constitution. For example, the Constitution says nothing about the President's Cabinet to help him/her make decisions. This was begun by Washington and developed over the years by presidents who felt they needed special advisors for various subjects.The Amendment process is the formal way to change the Constitution. An amendment may be proposed by two-thirds vote of both houses of Congress or by a convention called by Congress at the request of two-thirds of the state legislatures. Ratification of an amendment takes three-fourths of the states to approve.
What was unique about the constitution drawn up by Massachusetts?
At that time Massachusetts was the colony that acted like a state. So, their constitution was set up a different way. Today the Massachusetts constitution is the oldest one. They have not came up with a new constitution since the first.
How old is Colt Detective Special serial number D0468R?
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Constitutional meeting for a special purpose?
convention
Why is a meeting held for a special purpose?
convention
A type of special assembly originally developed in Massachusetts for drawing up fundamental law that would be superior to ordinary law?
Are you in ap? haha im doing this worksheet right now!:p--ughh mee two.. talk about tortureecome on guy. i think the answer is constitutional convention
What process did the philadelphia convention devise for ratifying the constitution and why?
The plan was to go directly to the voters to get them to approve of the Constitution. The Constitution would be presented to special ratifying conventions in each state, rather than to the existing state legislatures. Delegates to the conventions would be elected by popular vote for the soul purpose of debating and approving the Constitution. (Source- We the People by Susan M. Leeson.)
What are the release dates for TV Land Convention Special - 2004 TV?
TV Land Convention Special - 2004 TV was released on: USA: 4 August 2004
What makes Massachusetts special?
all of the animals
Does Israel have A constitution?
No, Israel don't have constitution, but it have special basic laws that are like constitution.
A ward is a special committee in the national convention structure?
true
Is a ward a special committee in the national convention structure?
false
How many amendments were proposed through special convention?
78.
