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Originally Posted by Botnst
Each portion of the constitution has games played about it. Here's a hint: Every year the Supreme Court goes into session because laws conflict with the constitution. The reality is already what you fear.
The Congress and president have clearly demonstrated their inability to control their appetites over the previous 50 years. There is no indication that the congress or president have suddenly got religion. In a few months they will go back to log rolling and earmarking. It will be an election year and the cycle of increasing indebtedness will resume.
If congress cannot control itself, who will control congress?
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The system of checks and balances is broken when it comes to spending. The average citizen is completely powerless once these scoundrels are in office - and it's not like you can turn to your congressman for help either. A BBA would bring some sanity and force real prioritization, i.e. needs versus wants.