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====== "Because I Said So" Governance ======


I joined Convention of States to participate in a grassroots army.


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|As a baby boomer, I heard the phrase “because I said so” a lot growing up. My father wielded the saying anytime I questioned his decisions or ultimatums. And I did so often.\\ \\ “Because I said so” never satisfied me. It made my blood boil. Even as a small child, I hated that evasive phrase.  I wanted answers.\\ \\ {{https://content.conventionofstates.com/cosaction-prod/public/content/images/65682/65682_original.jpg?200x200}}Thankfully, this parenting style has gone out of fashion, but the technique has had a resurgence in the US government.  The powers that be treat all Americans like children using the “because I said so” method of governance. "Don’t trouble your little head about that, citizen, we’ll take care of everything. We know what’s best for you, leave it to us.”\\ \\ I don’t think so. I didn’t fall for it at five, and I’m not falling for it now – an undisclosed amount of years later. That’s why I joined Convention of States, to participate in a grassroots army pursuing self-governance. Being a part of COS Action gives me a way to fulfill my obligation and exercise my privilege as an informed and engaged American citizen.\\ \\ Don’t allow a self-important group of politicians and hucksters to get away with “because I said so”.  Get involved and volunteer in Convention of States where you’ll find like-minded compatriots who share your values. Together we can link arms and work toward forming a more perfect union.\\ \\ There are a number of ways to get involved using your unique gifts and talents. **[[https://conventionofstates.com/take_action|Find out here]]** how you can get started.\\ \\ #|PETITION_WIDGET{petition_tag:"Because I Said So" ;coalition_id:;anedot_url:}|#|


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|Created:                 |2023-03-15 14:41 GMT|
|Updated:                 |2023-05-30 07:00 GMT|
|Published:               |2023-03-17 04:00 GMT|
|Converted:               |2025-11-11 12:01 GMT|
|Change Author:           |Claudia Harbaugh    |
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