“Someday when I have grandchildren, I want to be able to look them in the eye and tell them I did everything I could to ensure they had a free country to grow up in.” To Katie Jehl, her “why” for volunteering in the Convention of States project is very personal.
On Thursday, December 9, 2021, at Rochester Christian Church from 7:00 PM to 8:45 PM, Katie will explain the Convention of States solution, followed by time for questions and answers. She will be joined with the Michigan Convention of States team for this “Town Hall.”
When: Thursday, December 9, 2021, 7:00 PM to 8:45 PM
Where: Rochester Christian Church 4435 North Rochester Road Rochester, Michigan 48306
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Katie Jehl will lead a discussion of the Convention of States organization, sharing her experience as a grassroots patriot, and how you can get involved in the movement too.
Article V of the US Constitution grants state legislatures the right to call a Convention of States. Convention of States Action is a non-profit organization dedicated to encouraging states to stand up and curtail the runaway power of the federal government. The organization gives us, as concerned citizens, the opportunity to demand change.
This opportunity is exactly what drew Katie Jehl to the Michigan chapter of COS Action.
“I have always been extremely interested in politics and have long held very conservative values. When the lockdowns from COVID happened I became very aware that our Constitutional rights were being trampled on by an out-of-control government and realized I could no longer be a passive bystander to what was happening. I was drawn to COS particularly because what COS is trying to accomplish is a REAL solution and not just talk. I believe COS is the only chance we have to fix what is wrong with our government and save our country.”
In addition to an interest in politics and concern for the country, to Katie it is personal: “My reason for everything I do are my two incredible sons. Shane, 21, is an HVAC Tech and graduate of Northwestern Tech, and Patrick is now an Electrician after serving 4 years as a US Marine. Both of my sons share my conservative values and are the most hard-working young men I know. Words cannot convey how proud I am of both of them."
You can also become involved by signing the petition for Michigan’s state legislature to support a Convention of States. Katie’s reason for doing so is quite focused and, given recent history, quite self-evident: “I am very concerned that if we don’t put the brakes on the lurch toward socialism, we will have no mechanism to reverse it without a Convention of States!”
Katie and the COS organization share many hopes and concerns, especially those about the federal government. The Convention of States organization aims to limit the federal government in three ways: 1) make common-sense restrictions to federal spending, 2) give stolen power back to the states, and 3) impose federal term limits. Besides this Town Hall presentation, Katie also hopes to add to the COS mission on a day-to-day basis by utilizing her years of experience as a business manager and leader: “My years of management have taught me how to be a good leader. My hope is that the skills I have developed over the years and my knowledge of the problems that face America will help get people involved.”
The reason that citizen involvement is so crucial is that citizens are the ones who influence their state legislators – via phone calls, hand-written letters, and visits - to sponsor a COS “resolution.” So far, the organization’s resolution has passed in 15 states and 23 states have passed it in one of their two chambers. Thirty-four states must pass identical applications to create a “Convention.” When an amendment is proposed, 38 states will need to ratify any changes to the Constitution for them to become law. In other words, 76 legislative bodies must agree (38 states times 2 chambers: a House of Representatives and a Senate).
Enjoy these helpful resources that clarify the process:
1. Printable answers to FAQs
2. Three-minute video about the Convention of States process
If Katie’s words describe what you've been feeling too, you might be a grassroots patriot who has been seeking the right opportunity. Please contact Katie Jehl to RSVP or to ask any questions by emailing Catherine.Jehl@cosaction.com or calling (810) 357-9380.
