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I recently called into a radio talk show where one of the candidates running for the Delaware House of Representatives was being interviewed to ask a simple question, "Since you will swear an Oath to uphold and defend the Constitution of Delaware, my first question is have you read it and do you understand it and if so will you oppose any bill put forth by either party, that violates the authority delegated to you, through it? His answer sounded good, but surprisingly the very next question...

The Delaware State Constitution currently allows amendments to be made through a unique process controlled by just one branch of government: the Legislature. This system, which has been in place since 1776 with minor changes that already make it easier than originally intituted, raises serious concerns about democratic representation and the balance of power, especially when the legislature is controlled by a near supermajority of one party. Originally in 1776 it took a 5/7 majority in both...

The original Declaration of Independence manuscript, showing the handwritten grievances and signatures The Purpose of the Declaration of Independence The Declaration of Independence was drafted in 1776 to announce the American colonies’ decision to separate from British rule. It served two main purposes: Explain the reasons for independence to the world, especially to other nations. Justify the colonies’ actions by listing the King’s abuses and violations of rights. The document opens with a...