Convention of States

Overcoming Life's Obstacles Like a Statesman | Grassroots Groundbreakers Ep.10

In this month's episode, Mike Ruthenberg interviews COS Texas volunteer John van Compernolle. We will discuss his start with Convention of States, his book on Article V, as well as his participation in passing the clean COS Resolution in Texas.  We will discuss the life circumstances that could have derailed John but didn't. Mike is the Executive Grassroots Officer for Convention of States.

Book Link: Article V Unleashed by John van Compernolle

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Ohio Senate Hears Public Testimony on Convention of States | COS LIVE

On June 17 the Ohio Senate General Government Committee held a public hearing on COS Action's Article V application for proposing fiscal restraints, limits on federal overreach, and term limits on members of Congress and federal officials. In this episode of COS LIVE, Senior Vice President for Legislative Affairs Rita Peters responds to the opponents, a strange coalition ranging from the fringe-right John Birch Society to the Soros-funded Common Cause and even Alan Keyes. Rita also shares the proponent testimony, including constitutional attorney Michael Farris. This resolution has already been adopted in 19 states, with 15 more needed to activate the constitutional threshold. 

Sign the Petition | The BattleCry

The events of this past week prove--more than ever--we need Convention of States NOW. COS President Mark Meckler comes in hot, all engines blazing to deliver a fiery call to action. What does all this have to do with President Trump vs. Elon Musk? Plus, Mark answers your questions.

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Texas VICTORY Roundtable | COS at Home (June 2025)

It was no easy feat. On May 8 the Texas legislature eliminated the expiration date for its Convention of States resolution, ensuring the Lone Star State remains at the forefront of the historic Article V movement to unleash liberty in America. Your host Jonathan Viaud interviews the major players who made it possible, including rising star Texas State Representative Cody Vasut, Jose Melendez of the Texas Public Policy Foundation, and COS Texas leaders Erika Hatfield and John Van Compernolle.

Buy American | The BattleCry

In this week's episode the President of Convention of States Mark Meckler shares a great website for buying American-made goods. Mark also reacts to historic polling about President Trump, RFK's war on the medical journal industry, what's really going on with the aid centers in Israel, and whether the Democrats' new plan to stay relevant will work. 

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Countdown to the Celebration | The BattleCry

A historic event is on the horizon, and Mark Meckler wants you to prepare yourself. After his weekly call to action, Mark reacts to Sec. of State Marco Rubio's smackdown of a U.S. Senator, the double-assassination of Israelis in DC, and much more. Welcome to The BattleCry.

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Michael Farris Testifies Before Ohio House Committee | COS LIVE

On May 20 constitutional attorney and COS co-founder Michael Farris gave a tour de force performance in defense of Article V and the Convention of States movement. The Ohio House Committee on Government Oversight held a proponents-only hearing for COS Action's Article V application (HJR 2), as well as our 34|Ready bill (HB 67). Farris answered questions from the sometimes-combative legislators and provided expert testimony. Several COS Ohio citizen leaders also provided supporting testimony.

Rita Peters and Andrew Lusch provide commentary. After the hearing stream,  Regional Director Catherine Zemanek shares behind-the-scenes information and previews what's next in the process. 

Mow Your Lawn | The BattleCry

Is it too early to talk about 2028? Will Congress ever rein in the judiciary? What are President Trump's top triumphs? Mark Meckler answers those questions and much more on this week's episode of The BattleCry. Plus, he reacts to leaked footage of Congress members sleeping before taking your questions.

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Run for Office | The BattleCry

Mark Meckler is fresh off a trip to the White House to deliver an update on the Article V movement, his weekly call to action, thoughts on AOC 2028, and much more.

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Texas Senate Votes on Convention of States | COS LIVE

BREAKING NEWS: On May 8, 2025, the Texas Senate debated and voted on a clean Convention of States resolution with no expiration date. This would be for final passage, as the Texas House had already approved the measure (HJR 98). After Texas plants its flag for liberty, Senior Vice President Rita Peters and Regional Director Jonathan Viaud react to the exciting news.

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