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The drive for Article V
“You don't save the country by sitting on your couch yelling at Fox News.”
| Drive. It's one of the most versatile words in the English language. It also perfectly encompasses the attitude and example of COS Texas Legislative Liaison John Van Compernolle. It describes his tireless work he performs in the capital city of Austin and the thousands of miles he has driven across the Lone Star State to spread the word about the necessity and process of calling Article V convention despite of some difficult physical challenges. You can learn exactly what drives John in the latest edition of the “Grassroots Groundbreakers” podcast, which is available by clicking here. In an insightful and wide-ranging interview, host and Convention of States Action Chief Grassroots Officer Mike Ruthenberg draws out John's views about the significance of petition signers who are truly committed to the cause, how to effectively present and personalize the federal government's abuse of power for audiences, and his book //Article V Unleashed: A Citizen's History of Constitutional Change//. John also discusses his strategies in establishing and enhancing positive working relationships with Texas legislators, who are only in session 140 days every two years. His tactics and practices in shadowing Texas lawmakers have earned him a reputation as a “legislative ninja” and can be applied in any state. Such principles and drive were instrumental in the Texas legislature recently passing a clean COS resolution without an expiration date. So what's the motivation behind all of this effort? As John says during the podcast, “There's a country to save…You don't save the country by sitting on your couch yelling at Fox News. You don't save the country going to a meeting and applauding a speaker and saying 'Man, I'm glad he's doing something,' and go back and sit on your couch and yelling at Fox News. You save the country by getting as many people involved as you possibly can.” Are you ready to become involved? You will be after listening to this edition of “Grassroots Groundbreakers.” The podcast can be accessed by clicking here. To join driven leaders like John and become a part of the most significant volunteer grassroots organization in America, sign the petition below: # | PETITION_WIDGET{petition_tag:;coalition_id:;anedot_url:} | # |
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