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... Congress cannot pass amendments. Congress can however propose them with a two thirds majority. Then, if three-quarters of the states ratify it, it can go in
by astine 16y ago
... Congress cannot pass amendments. Congress can however propose them with a two thirds majority. Then, if three-quarters of the states ratify it, it can go into effect. That's a very high bar to pass especially in the absence of political parties.
I know that this is a judgmental thing to say but: This is civics 101. If you vote in the United States, you should know this.
- shasta 16y agoDon't forget that the courts can also amend the constitution, and it only requires a simple majority!