Column: America's democracy seems to need radical changes. But what are the chances, really? (via latimesopinion)
on a controversial proposal to strip the U.S. Supreme Court of its power to rule on the constitutionality of American laws. The court has grown too powerful and undemocratic, several witnesses said.
Problems as serious as the climate crisis, economic inequality and racial injustice, and problems as simple and uncontroversial as rebuilding crumbling infrastructure and covering our national debts, seem insuperable in the face of partisanship and enmity.I’d like to tell you that change is coming. Many of the proposals, after all, would improve our lot. The electoral college is an anachronism — of course the presidency should go to the candidate who wins the most votes.
But don’t get overexcited. In the 50 years since 1971, only one constitutional amendment has been approved, a relatively insignificant one about when congressional pay changes can go into effect. The amendment before that —
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Column: The problem isn't raising taxes, it's spending, spending, spendingThe debt is real. If Americans are taxed to pay for the trillions already spent, they'd be less likely to say spend more.
Read more »
Column: How high are oil prices really? KempHow high are oil prices really and what signal are they currently sending to producers and consumers about the need for more output and lower fuel use?
Read more »
Column: Scary Cardinals are biggest threat to a Dodgers championship repeatThe Dodgers face a threat in St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Adam Wainwright in Wednesday's NL wild-card game.
Read more »
Column: Heads up, California drivers: Your insurer may owe you even more in pandemic refundsCalifornia’s insurance commissioner says Allstate, Mercury and CSAA continue to shortchange auto policyholders on pandemic refunds. Columnist Davidlaz explains what this could mean for you:
Read more »
Column: You've gotten a pandemic refund for your car insurance. You may soon get more'If you’re an Allstate, Mercury or CSAA policyholder, don’t be surprised if a little more cash (or credit) comes your way.' Columnist Davidlaz explains why:
Read more »
Column: The IRS can't handle taxpayers' calls. This firm found a way to cash in'There’s something unseemly about not just exploiting a public agency’s shortcomings for profit but also making things worse in the process.' From columnist Davidlaz:
Read more »