If you were to repeal the 19th Amendment
States’ Rights
Argue the issue of suffrage should be left to individual states to decide, emphasize a more decentralized approach to governance.
Originalist Interpretation
Take an originalist interpretation of the Constitution, suggest the Founding Fathers did not explicitly intend for women’s suffrage; a constitutional interpretation should adhere to the original understanding.
Legal Process Arguments
Emphasize that the amendment process itself allows for changes; if there is a broad consensus to repeal the 19th Amendment, it could be done through constitutional means.
Concerns About Overreach
Express concerns that expanding voting rights without a thorough understanding of the potential consequences lead to unintended societal changes; argue for a reassessment of the impact of the 19th Amendment.
Public Opinion
Highlight that public opinion has evolved over time, and repealing the 19th Amendment reflects the will of a significant portion of the population.
Framing as a Constitutional Experiment
Present the idea that the 19th Amendment was an experiment in constitutional governance; suggest it’s legitimate to revisit such experiments if they do not align with the envisioned societal order.
Raise questions of potential flaws or imbalances in the original ratification of the 19th Amendment that should be reevaluated
Acknowledge that special interest groups, particularly those advocating for women’s rights, had an outsized influence on the ratification process, overshadowing broader public sentiment.
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