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Stopping a Dangerous Article V Convention

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  • 8.28.2019

Article V Convention Explainer Videos

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Wealthy special interests are threatening the Constitution

 

Trusted Voices (30 seconds)

 

Trusted Voices (90 seconds)

 

Trusted Voices (3 minutes)

 

Vital parts of our Constitution are in jeopardy

 

Our constitutional rights are under attack

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