Reply #26: Neither necessary, nor proper [View All]

The problems aren't with the Constitution at all. Sure, there are a few points that could use clarifying, but that is what the Amendment process is for. A corrective Amendment would have a lot better chance of being ratified than a whole new Constitution.

Most of the problems are either with the laws, or their enforcement. These problems can be dealt with by the legislature and executive branches as presented constituted.

Any change to the Constitution requires a 2/3 vote of either both Houses of Congress, or a Constitutional Convention, AND ratification by 3/4 of the state legislatures. That is a tall order, requiring almost a consensus. Good luck!

As pointed out, if we elect the right leaders, the problems will get solved with tinkering with the Constitution, and it only requires a simple majority of votes to do it. We'll be able to effect change that way long before we could ever enact a new Constitution.