This year, seven states have passed sovereignty resolutions and such has been introduced in 30 more states. The resolution seeks to reaffirm states rights as delegated by the Tenth Amendment which states “The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people.” The most recent states to pass sovereignty resolutions are Alaska and Nebraska.

Montana and Tennessee have passed gun sovereignty laws which says that guns made in the state, and which stay in the state, are not subject to federal regulation.

Arizona has placed a referendum on its 2010 ballot which would exempt state residents from a federal health care plan. Last week, Gov. Perry of Texas simply stated that his state would probably not participate in a federal health care plan.

Massachusetts is fighting a federal law not recognizing same-sex marriage. While California and six other states battle for legalizing medical marijuana.

The several states have been feeling the sting of federal intrusion for a while but it appears the people have been a bit slower to catch on. However, during Obama’s sixth month in office, Rasmussen has reported deterioration in his approval rating among those with a strong opinion of him. Among those polled at the end of June, Obama held a +1 advantage. At the end of July, that advantage had disappeared and became a -11; a twelve point swing!

During the month of July (or close enough to impact polling), Obama snubbed his nose at popular uprising in Iran in protest of staged election results. He was adamant that Honduras reinstate a despot to power although the country’s Supreme Court, Legislation and military acted in accordance with their Constitution in removing Zelaya from office. And, he hit the campaign trail in support of healthcare reform which does little more than violate every ounce of individual liberty regarding decisions about our care, the care of our family and who is responsible to pay the bill.

We may fair well to remember that our country has fought a civil war. That 19^th century division was based on states rights and personal property rights; two issues for which we continue to fight.

Zelaya had been freely elected by the people as are the Honduran Congress and other government level officials. Just as Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez had done several months ago, Zelaya moved to repeal term limits on his office. His suggesting the repeal is not of issue. When he couldn’t gain political support for the motion, he chose to import counterfeit ballots to be used in the upcoming election. The Congress and military thus removed Zelaya from office, installed a temporary President and intend on holding elections earlier than scheduled. Fortunately for Zelaya, he was flown to Costa Rica instead of being arrested. However, if he returns to Honduras, arrest is eminent.

Within hours Obama offered the same position as Castro, Ortega and Chavez; Zelaya should be restored to power and such a coup is illegal. So much for not wanting to meddle in democratic uprisings. Maybe Obama has plans regarding his term-limit. 

In 1967, the many States ratified the 25^th Amendment to the US Constitution. In essence the amendment details presidential disability and succession including a procedure with which the president can be removed from power. Yes, just like Denzel Washington’s character in “Crimson Tide” took down Gene Hackman from the con.

Here’s how it goes: The vice-president and majority of principal officers of executive departments inform both houses of congress, in writing, that the president is unable to meet his duties. The vice-president assumes power. 

If the president informs both houses, in writing, that no inability exists, the opposing faction has four days to counter whereas congress will decide the issue. The congress is to convene within 48 hours but should they refuse to convene within 21 days or agree within 21 days by two-thirds vote of the president’s inability, the vice-president will assume power. In other words, for the president to save his job congress must convene and decide within 21 days; and within congress the president would need one-third support plus one.

This amendment is intended to backstop medical, mental, and personal issues with which the president may be faced. Could it be used for ideological differences? Would that be constitutional? Yes and yes.

I would never insinuate that Joe Biden would exercise the 25^th amendment to assume power…only Hillary has this kind of influence. Wasn’t the potential for a Biden resignation a campaign rumor? We would be so lucky if these dots get connected.