Here's an idea that shouldn't be controversial: states know better than the federal government what's best for their residents.
Unfortunately, thanks to power-hungry politicians in Washington, state and local control is anything but non-controversial. Our "betters" in D.C. are constantly working to infringe on the rights of states and local communities because they believe they know how the American people should live their lives.
President Joe Biden exemplified this elitist mindset when he called Texas and Mississippi residents "Neanderthals" for lifting their statewide mask mandates back in March.
“I think it’s a big mistake,” Biden said, answering a question from a reporter on the two states. “The last thing, the last thing we need is Neanderthal thinking that in the meantime everything’s fine, take off your mask. Forget it. It still matters. … And it’s critical, critical, critical, critical that they follow the science."
Well, the results are in, and it looks like that "Neanderthal" thinking turned out to be exactly right. Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced over the weekend that the state recorded zero COVID-19 deaths on May 16 and their other numbers are looking better than ever.
Today Texas reported:
— Greg Abbott (@GregAbbott_TX) May 17, 2021
* 0 Covid related deaths--the only time that's happened since data was tracked in March, 2020.
* the fewest Covid cases in over 13 months
* the lowest 7-day Covid positivity rate ever
* the lowest Covid hospitalizations in 11 months.
Thanks, Texans!
Governor Abbott knew his state was ready to lift the statewide mask mandate. He knew local communities were prepared to handle the COVID pandemic in their area, and he didn't see the necessity of imposing any more statewide rules. He's close to his state's residents, maintains close communication with state health officials, and understands what Texans want and need.
Biden doesn't have any of that information, and yet he still believed he had the knowledge and authority to call Texans "Neanderthals." This is typical of big-government politicians in Washington: they're terrified of state and local control, and they'll do anything--including insulting millions of Americans--to maintain their power over everyday citizens.
This is why over five million Americans have voiced their support for the Convention of States Project. We the People know that power is best kept as close to home as possible. States and local communities know what's best for their residents, and they should be empowered to control their own futures.
Federal swamp monsters like Biden will never voluntarily give up power. That's why we must use Article V of the Constitution to call the first-ever Convention of States. A Convention of States is called and controlled by the states and has the power to propose constitutional amendments. These amendments can limit the power, scope, and jurisdiction of the federal government, and return that power where it belongs: with the people and the states.
Fifteen states--including Texas--have called for a Convention of States. It takes 34 states to hold a Convention, and the Convention of States Resolution was introduced in dozens of states this year. To join the fight and kick federal politicians out of our daily lives, sign the Convention of States Petition below!
