Originally Posted by cmbdiesel

Maybe you misinterpreted my comment.
When I said 'enough people' I meant an overwhelming number.
Mandate from the masses is required.
The amendment process is not a simple majority.
It is not 51% deciding to screw the other 49%
In fact it is a very painstaking process, and IMHO sure as heck better represent the will of the people.
2/3 of both houses, and 3/4 of all state legislatures. That is a mighty high hurdle (as it should be).
Unless the states wish to call a Convention and bypass the House and Senate.