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There’s some noise in the mainstream press of late about a number of states looking to sue on 10th Amendment grounds because of the vote buying of Sir Nelson of Nebraska. Like this video from Fox yesterday:
While I’m supportive of any effort to fight back against unconstitutional actions in DC (and I strongly believe this instance fits that) – if these people think that was the only problem with the health care bill is the vote buying, we’re in serious trouble.
I believe there’s a better, more effective option than trying to get one branch of the federal government to limit the power of the federal government – nullification.
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I don't think they believe that it's "the only problem". But they don't want to mention other constitutionality issues and thereby limit their own power. This gives them a way to challenge the constitutionality without bringing up commerce clause and "general welfare" issues.
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