So in other words, large counties rule over small counties. It is in the interests of the state legislatures to eliminate pork barrel spending, so that federal taxes can be lowered, and they can impose their own tax burden in proportion, ensuring localized control. Pork barrel spending would be unconstitutional if we didn't have the Supreme Court amending the document, as you stand behind. Early 1900s state legislatures aren't going to pick the senators. Early 2000s state legislatures are. I believe it is you who thinks the Constitution is outdated, and must be changed as the federal courts see fit. |