Ashley Morgan From: Sent To: Subject: The Convention of States Team on behalf of The Convention of States Team Thursday, March 02, 2017 9:21 PM Ashley Morgan Utah senators cower in fear This week in Utah we witnessed how some peopie let fear and View this email in your browser misinformation overcome courage and El Courage Fear Dear Ashley, This week in Utah we witnessed how some people let fear and misinformation overcome courage and truth. The result was disappointing, but is? The Founders are behind us. The Constitution is behind us. Millions of Americans across the nation are behind us. We know a Convention of States can restore the balance of power between the states and the feds. We just have to keep fighting until fearful state legislators across the country understand that as well. CALL TO ACTION: Hold these Utah Senators accountable! Last week, we announced a nationwide call to action, asking citizens to contact members of the Utah Senate. The grassroots responded in a major way. Each Senator received thousands of emails. They were begging for mercy. But they still refused to act courageously and hold a re?call vote on the Convention of States resolution. Ftemember, the Utah Senate?s motto for this session is ?federalism? - yet they tossed out the only resolution that woutd bring power back to the states and force Washington, DC inside its constitutional box. We have a special Call to Action lined up for these men and women. Ciick the blue button below to learn how you can help us hold Utahis anti-constitutionalists accountabie. 'Cl'ck answe VIDEO OF THE WEEK: "The only way to check federal power is with the power of the states" Utah State Representative Merrill Nelson delivered a speech for the ages on the House floor last month. You don't want to miss it! Clic?meigtgwatch. El . .. FREE WEBINAR: Introduction to Convention of States If you know anyone who?s interested in the Convention of States Project, but you aren?t sure where to start, encourage them to attend our free weekly webinar! We go over the basic information, things 0 Why do we need a Convention of States? 0 What?s Article How does a Convention of States work? 0 What can i do to help? Pius, it only takes half and hour. The call is free and open to the public. All you have to do is RSVP at the link below. Every Tuesday - 7:00 7:30 pm EST: introduction to Convention of States Project. we here. Progress Update Here are all the latest numbers: Total Passed States: 8 Total House Wins: 21 Total Senate Wins: 12 Total States with Committee Wins: 24 Total States that have filed the COS Resolution: 44 Facebook Likes - 1,433,448 - ciicir here to invite your friends to ?iik?e? us on Facebook! Petitions Signed - 541,701 - click here to sion and share the betitioni Volunteers 53,310 stick here to sign-Lib as a volunteer! District Captains - 2,368 - click here to: become a District Captain! Facebook El Twitter instagram Pinterest Website NOTE: This newsletter was sent to all email subscribers. Copyright 2017 Convention Of States Action, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you wanted us to send you updates on the Convention of States Project. Our mailing address is: Convention Of States Action 100 Congress Ave Suite 2000 Austin, TX 78701 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update veer eret?erences or unsubsm?ibe from this list Ashley Morgan From: Sent To: Subject: The Convention of States Team on behalf of The Convention of States Team Tuesday, February 28, 2017 3:24 PM Ashley Morgan Ready to take back the nation? Ashley, will we see you there? View this email in your browser El We?. Ashley, Tonight at 7:00 pm. EDT, we're hosting a special webinar - and we want you to join us. If you're fed-up with our out-of-control federal government, but aren't sure how to put a stop to the circus in DC. you won't want to miss this eye-opening webinar. This weekly national event is a vital resource in the grassroots effort for a Convention of States. It's a virtual meeting of grassroots volunteers who gather to learn more about Article V, and stay up-to-date with the latest news in our movement. And, as a Convention of States supporter, we want you to be a part of it! a: Tonight, you'll learn directly from Convention of States experts and get an inside look at how 'We the People' are working to save America from an out-of- control government. This webinar will equip you with everything you need to fight for passage of the Convention of States Resolution in state legislatures all across the country. . We are relying on the grassroots support of patriots like you to help us push for passage of Convention of States resolutions in 34 states - the number required by Article of the Constitution. Right now, we have activists in all 50 states pushing to pass the Convention of States resolution. But they can't do it alone. They need the support and backing of patriots like you to apply pressure on state lawmakers. When you sign up for the Tuesday night webinar, you'll be given the tools needed to champion a Convention of States among your friends, neighbors, and state legislators. This is the moment you've been waiting for: a chance to take back our government and secure the blessings of liberty for future generations. Thank you for standing with us as we take this historic grassroots project to the next level! See you there! The Convention of States Team Copyright 2017 Convention Of States Action, Al! rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you wanted us to send you updates on the Convention of States Project. Our mailing address is: Convention Of States Action 100 Congress Ave Suite 2000 Austin, TX 78701 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list Ashley Morgan From: The Convention of States Team on behalf of The Convention of States Team Sent: Tuesday, February 28, 2017 2:30 PM To: Ashley Morgan Subject: These maps of America will shock you Winter 2016 I 2017 - Section 2 Donate i Please enjoy this special preview of the Convention Courier as our gift to you. As a partner of the Article movement, your support enables us to continue the grassroots work that will make an Article Convention of States a reality. Please consider making a financial gift today to help us stay in the fight for liberty. To download your full copy of the Convention Courier, or to request a printed copy mail, lease click here. OUR FUTURE COULD LOOK BLEAK. Reviewing the Presidential electoral map post-election was exhilarating for some voters, and devastating for others. The map was suddenly red, all across the country. This dramatic shift was the American sentiment that ?We the People? reject the ruling elite of DC. As divided as we are, people of both parties agree on this. The state legislatures also experienced surprising shifts which could lay the foundation for a continuing shift of power toward the forces of if we shift in an effective direction. This isn?t about red versus blue or liberal versus conservative. This is about shifting the power from DC. to ?We the People.? Today, 33 states are red in both chambers, as can be seen here, in this state legislative map: This is an unprecedented change which could move the Convention of States Project fonIvard at a rapid pace. Dissatisfaction of the federal government is at an all-time high, so our moment is now. As good as this map looks in the short term to some, the future may not be as bright. You can help us make 3 Convention of States a reality by supporting our ongoing grassroots work across America with a generous gift today. Simply click here to make a contribution. Looking fonivard, the map changes dramatically. As you can see below, the map changes from red to blue when it covers only the 18-34-year-old voting demographic from this election cycle. As older voters are replaced with this younger demographic, the future of the country could experience another big shift. No matter how passionately we currently believe in the principles of self-governance, complacency could set in. Not only do we need to teach our children the importance of liberty, we need to ensure it by acting now. By the way, some states are not in session every year, but the odd years 2017) offer us the opportunity to have more citizens engaged in COS because all state legislatures are in session in odd years. Now that the election is over, let?s pay attention to doing the hard work of while we have the chance to make this shift of power permanent. CONVENTION OF STATES PETITION The following petition-requests state legislators to support their state?s Convention of States movement. All across the country, Citizen activists have signed it, representing 100% of state house legislative districts in the nation. To add your name to the list, simply visit enter your information on the home screen, and click ?Add My Signature. We?ll send a copy of the petition directly to your state representatives -- FREE OF (If you?ve already signed the petition, will you consider sending the link above to ten friends?). Almost everyone knows that our federal goVernment is on a dangerous course. The unsustainable debt combined with crushing regulations on states and business is a recipe for disaster. What is less known is that the Founders gave state legislatures the power to act as a final check on abuses of power by Washington, D.C. Article of the US. Constitution authorizes the state legislatures to call a convention for proposing needed amendments to the Constitution. Citizens for Self-Governancemhas launched, the Convention of__States Project to call an Article . only amendments that would impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, limit its power and jurisdiction, and impose term limits on its officials and Members of Congress. support this approach. I want our state to be one of the necessary 34 states to pass a resolution calling for this kind of Article Convention. You can find a copy of the model resolution and the Handbook for Legislators and Citizens here: ask that you support the Convention of States Project and consider becoming a co-sponsor of the resolution. PleaSe respond to my'request by informing the national COS team of your position, or sending-them any questions you may have: info@cosaction.com or (540) 441- 7227. Thankyou so much for your service to the people of our district. Sign the Petition Debate @Facebook @wi?er @lnstagram @Pinterest @Nebsite Our Mailing Address: Convention of States Action 100 Congress Ave Suite 2000 Austin, TX 78701 Copyright 2017 Convention Of States Action, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you wanted us to send you updates on the Convention of States Project. Update Your Preferences Unsubscribe This email was sent to AshievMorgan@qov.texas.gov why did I set this? unsubscribe from this list update subscription preferences Convention Of States Action - 100 Congress Ave Suite 2000 - Austin, TX 78701 . USA Ashley Morgan From: Sent: To: Subject: The Convention of States Team on behalf of The Convention of States Team Friday, February 24, 2017 9:57 AM Ashley Morgan URGENT: Nationwide Call-to-Action! We're putting out a nationwide call-to-action: call, email, and text View this email in your browser these Utah Senators today! El Nationwide Alert. Dear Ashley, When acts of cowardice in one state impact the entire nation, it?s up to us, the American people to hold them accountable. Yesterday, the Utah Convention of States resolution HJR 3 failed in the Senate. What's most vexing? The Utah legislature's buzzword this year for everything they vote on is FEDERALISM. Yet they just voted down the one tool that can make that a reality. But there?s still hope. The Utah Senate can call for a reconsideration vote, but they have to do it today February 24th. So we're putting out a nationwide call?to-action: ., 3 . - ti To win, we need to jam their emails and shut down phone lines in the next few hours, so don't wait. NATIONWIDE ALERT: Contact these Utah Senators today! These legislators are about to feet the wrath of the grassroots for this act of cowardice. B?ad mgrg?.) El Facebook [3 Twitter Instagram Pinterest Website NOTE: This newsletter was sent to all email subscribers. Copyright @201 7 Convention Of States Action, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you wanted us to send you updates on the Convention of States Project. Our mailing address is: Convention Of States Action 100 Congress Ave Suite 2000 Austin, TX 78701 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this tist Ashley Morgan From: Sent To: Subject: The Convention of States Team on behalf of The Convention of States Team Tuesday, February 21, 2017 3:19 PM Ashley Morgan We're hosting a free webinar tonight! Ashley, will we see you there? View this email in your browser El Ashley, Tonight at 7:00 pm. EDT, we're hosting a special webinar - and we want you to join us. If you're fed-up with our out-of-control federal government, but aren't sure how to put a stop to the circus in D.C. you won't want to miss this eye-opening webinar. This weekly national event is a vital resource in the grassroots effort for a Convention ?of States. It's a virtual meeting of grassroots volunteers who gather to learn more about Article V, and stay up?to-date with the latest news in our movement. And, as a Convention of States supporter, we want you to be a part of it! m, m) . . ugh 'thE/ 2.33 'Apl??u?n'x in; ?was. Tonight, you'll learn directly from Convention of States experts and get an inside look at how 'We the People' are working to save America from an out?of- control government. This webinar will equip you with everything you need to fight for passage of the Convention of States Resolution in state legislatures all across the country. We are relying on the grassroots support of patriots like you to help us push for passage of Convention of States resolutions in 34 states - the number required by Article of the Constitution. Right now, we have activists in all 50 states pushing to pass the Convention of States resolution. But they can't do it alone. They need the support and backing of patriots like you to apply pressure on state lawmakers. When you sign up for the Tuesday night webinar, you'll be given the tools needed to champion a Convention of States among your friends, neighbors, and state legislators. This is the moment you've been waiting for: a chance to take back our government and secure the blessings of liberty for future generations. Thank you for standing with us as we take this historic grassroots project to the next level! See you there! The Convention of States Team Copyright @201 7 Convention Of States Action, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you wanted us to send you updates on the Convention of States Project. Our mailing address is: Convention Of States Action 100 Congress Ave Suite 2000 Austin, TX 78701 Add us to vour address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list Ashley Morgan From: The Convention of States Team on behalf of The Convention of States Team Sent: Saturday, February 18, 2017 10:23 PM To: Ashley Morgan Subject: Levin GOES OFF on anti-COS groups Take Action Contribute President is on it, but Congress may entrenched bureaucracy is in for a ?Qt be able to agree on anything. rude awakening. Levin called out these organizations in a serious way. bureaucrats are opposing the President at every turn. Join us in the fight. El Want to help the Convention of States Project in BIG way, all from the comfort of your own home? Then you should check out the Social Media Warriors volunteer team! The SMWs combat Article fear-mongering and misinformation online -- both through social media and in the comments under online articles. The SMWs are among the most exclusive of the volunteer teams, but we're always looking for patriotic individuals ready to fight for truth and liberty. .ElElElElEl Note to State Leaders: This email is sent to our entire database. Copyright 2017 Convention Of States Action, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you wanted us to send you updates on the Convention of States Project. Our mailing address is: Convention Of States Action 100 Congress Ave Suite 2000 Austin, TX 78701 Add us to you:? adds?ess book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your meferences or uzwsubscr?be from this iiet Ashley Morgan From: The Convention of States Team on behalf of The Convention of States Team Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2017 10:36 PM To: Ashley Morgan Subject: Here's the latest on the Convention of States movement WINTER 2016/2017 SECTION 1 Donate Please enjoy this special preview of the Convention Courier as our gift to you. As a partner of the Article movement, your support enables us to continue the grassroots work that will make an Article Convention of States a reality. Please consider making a financial gift today to help us stay in the fight for liberty. To download your full copy of the Convention Courier, or to request a printed copy by mail, lease click here. It?s easy to idolize people, to put them up on a pedestal and assume they?re better than they are. We see it with actors who?ve disappointed us (Bill Cosby), with athletes (Lance and with politicians (all of them). Yes, all of them. Of course, some make their flaws more obvious than others. Richard Nixon resigned in disgrace and Bill Clinton was impeached, but most have failed us in big and small ways. Take conservative hero Ronald Reagan one of our favorite Presidents here at the COSA office. As a proponent for limited government he vowed to do away with the Department of Education, yet the federal government grew under his administration. (Yes, his Department of Education swelled to an even bigger size.) After the bitter 2016 Presidential contest, many are hopeful about Donald Trump?s term as President. No matter how many good intentions he has, however, Congress will resist and his power as President is limited. We have witnessed Congress blocking improvements over and over. No one has earned the distrust of American voters like our current crop of so-called political leaders. Ideally, Trump will go to DC. and ?drain the swamp? as he so colorfully put it 1 on the campaign trail. We hope he does. But it?s going to take a lot to remove the sludge of ego and corruption from Congress. Adding better leaders and Cabinet members won?t be enough. A change in personnel is only only a change in structure, that a Convention of States will secure, is permanent. You can help us make a Convention of States a reality by supporting our ongoing grassroots work across America with a generous gift today. Simply click here to make a contribution. Thankfully, our Founding Fathers planned ahead. First, they created three separate branches of government to help keep them all in check. That hasn?t worked out too well. Congress doesn?t act as a limiting force in DC. this was most obvious when they almost eliminated the ethics office. The Supreme Court has acted well outside its constitutional bounds, deciding controversial cultural issues by fiat. Plus, President Obama has used more restrictive executive orders than his six predecessors. Fortunately, the Founders also included an ?emergency cord? in Article that citizens can pull if the three branches fail to keep each other in check. Reforming our government requires more than a few appointments; it requires we go back and really restructure the way our Founders originally intended. Thomas Jefferson warned against having ?confidence in man,? but that we should ?bind him down from mischief by the chains of the Constitution.? in other words, our Founders expected us to behave in a manner that is consistent with the Constitution, even though modern politicians have forgotten they can?t do whatever they what, whenever they want. As Trump and Reagan have both used the phrase so well, we do want to ?drain the swamp? of that sort of ego, incompetence, and and, thanks to our Founding Fathers, ?We the People? actually have the power and the obligation to do it. Right now, most of America is fed-up with the federal government and is ready to put it back in its constitutionally-intended box. And you can help us do it by making a generous contribution to COS Action today. We may never live through another moment more conducive to the convention than right now. As President Trump said himself in his Inaugural Speech, ?Today?s ceremony, however, has very special meaning because today, we are not merely transferring power from one administration to another or from one party to another, but we are transferring power from Washington, DC, and giving it back to you, the people.? The method to make this transfer of power to the pe0ple permanent is via calling a Convention of States, and our time is NOW. LEGISLATIVE VICTORIES BY THE NUMBERS 44 States Filed the COS Resolution ALStates Passed the COS Resolution House Floor Vote Wins AKSenate F Oori Vote Wins Committee Wins in 24 States ALfig-Donate @Facebook @?Mi?er Einstagram @Pinterest @Website Our Mailing Address: Convention of States Action 100 Congress Ave Suite 2000 Austin, TX 78701 Copyright 2017 Convention Oi States Action, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you wanted us to send you updates on the Convention of States Project. El=~ Update Your Preferences Unsubscribe This email was sent to AshievMorqan@qov.texas.qov why did! get this? unsubscribe from this iist update subscription preferences Convention Of States Action - 100 Congress Ave - Suite 2000 - Austin, TX 78701 . USA Ashley Morgan From: Sent: To: Subject: The Convention of States Team on behalf of The Convention of States Team Tuesday, February 14, 2017 8:38 PM Ashley Morgan Federal workers oppose Trump by doing Send a Valentine to your legislator? View this email in your browser El . .. Inspiring courage. Dear Ashley, We're inspired every day by volunteers and legislators across the country who are taking a stand for their liberty and for the prosperity of future generations. In every state in the nation men and women are catching the vision of a limited federal government that doesn't spend irresponsibly and isn't full of career politicians. What about you? Will you be a part of the movement that's changing this na?on? Keep reading to learn more about the problem and what you can do to help solve it. VIRAL NEWS: Federal workers take to secret messaging to oppose Trump's policies The American people might support Trump's efforts to clean up DC, but federal workers certainly don't. Check out the article below to learn how the feds are resisting the people's choice for president. Q?gk here to read more. El CALL TO ACTION: Send a Valentine to your legislator! State legislators are used to being bombarded with demands and requests. Now is your opportunity to show your appreciation for their hard work. Use our state legislator lookup toot to find your state legislator and send them a note to thank them for their service to your state. Even if you don?t agree with them on every issue, it's important to build relationships with these men and women. That way, when you call about the Convention of States resolution, they'll be much more likely to hear and appreciate what you have to say. il'm ready to take-action! El Facebook El Twitter El Instagram El Pinterest Website NOTE: This newsletter was sent to all email subscribers. Copyright 2017 Convention Of States Action, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you wanted us to send you updates on the Convention of States Project. Our mailing address is: Convention Of States Action 100 Congress Ave Suite 2000 Austin, TX 78701 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your oreferences or unsubsoribe from this iist Ashley Morgan From: Sent: To: Subject: The Convention of States Team on behalf of The Convention of States Team Sunday, February 12, 2017 5:03 PM Ashley Morgan This is how free government is destroyed Take Action Contribute The federal government Then you should be has demanded the surrender of our worried about the national debt. liberty. We have a message for them. And this is what we can do to fight The crowd approved. back. Big time. Join us in the ?ght celebration! El This week instead 0! bringing you a Call to Action we want to tell you about a Call to Action success story! We asked supporters in South Dakota and around the country to contact SD state legislators to request that the Convention of States resolution be reconsidered. Thousands of you answered the Call to Action, and it worked! The SD Legislature The reconsideration vote will take place Monday. Nice job, everyone! Note to State Leaders: This email is sent to our entire database. Copyright (C) 2017 Convention Of States Action, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you wanted us to send you updates on the Convention 0! States Project. Our mailing address is: Convention Of States Action 100 Congress Ave Suite 2000 Austin, TX 78701 Add us to vour address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your pz?efea?ences or {mm this [:31 Ashley Morgan From: Sent: To: Subject: The Convention of States Team on behalf of The Convention of States Team Thursday, February 09, 2017 12:12 PM Ashley Morgan Down to the wire in South Dakota The fight is on across the country, and some fringe anti-COS View this email in your browser groups are causing trouble in South Dakota. El One state at a time Dear Ashley, The fight is on across the country, and some fringe anti-COS groups are causing trouble in South Dakota. Fortunately, we have an elite team of volunteers and legislators on the ground in SD. It doesn't hurt having Mark Levin put out a call to action, either. Keep reading to learn what you can do to help -- even if you don't live in The Mount Rushmore State. VIDEO OF THE WEEK: Mark Levin exposes fear- mongering fringe group in SD We have great support in South Dakota, but one small fringe group is making some state legislators lose their spines. Ciick hereto watch. El CALL TO ACTION: Help the cause in South Dakota The vote will come down to the wire today. Your call or email could make all the difference. Click here to help if you do live in South Dakota. Click here to help if you don't live in South Dakota. Progress Update Here are all the latest numbers: Total Passed States: 8 Total House Wins: 18 Total Senate Wins: 11 Totat States with Committee Wins: 24 Totat States that have filed the COS Resolution: 44 Facebook Likes - 1,433,799 - cfick here to invite your friends to ?t?t'ke? us on Facebook? Petitions Signed - 537,179 - stick here to Sign and share the petition! Volunteers - 52,931 - Crick here to sign-up as a volunteer? District Captains - 2,343 - click here to become a District Captain} Contribute Today El Facebook El Twitter lnstagram Pinterest Website NOTE: This newsletter was sent to all email subscribers. Copyright 2017 Convention Of States Action, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you wanted us to send you updates on the Convention of States Project. Our mailing address is: Convention Of States Action 100 Congress Ave Suite 2000 Austin, TX 78701 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list Ashley Morgan From: Sent: To: Subject: The Convention of States Team on behalf of The Convention of States Team Tuesday, February 07, 2017 10:22 PM Ashley Morgan The Dems WILL NOT compromise Take Action Contribute And the Get ready riots will continue,.. for the gridlockthe White House but his policies will Trust us it will be two minutes well- have long-lasting effects. spent. Join us in the fight. Wondering how the tight is progressing in states around the country? Then sign up for the Weekly Battlecrv with Mark Meckieri Mark hosts this FREE webinar every Sunday at 8pm EST. He covers the latest legislative news, answers common Article questions, and relates inspiring stories from volunteers like you. Wk El El El El Note to State Leaders: This email is sent to our entire database. Copyright (C) 2017 Convention Of States Action, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you wanted us to send you updates on the Convention of States Protect. Our mailing address is: Convention Of States Action 100 Congress Ave Suite 2000 Austin, TX 78701 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update vour preferences or Linsubscribe from this list Johanna Meade From: Sent: To: Subject: Jay Dyer Friday, March 03, 2017 7:47 PM Jessica Vu FW: Convention of States Texas - Texas Independence week coincides with Senate vote!     ‐‐‐‐‐Original Message‐‐‐‐‐  From: Paul Hodson [mailto: Sent: Monday, February 27, 2017 8:26 AM  To: Jay Dyer ; Andrew Oldham   Cc: Ashley Morgan ; Jimmy Blacklock ; Tamara Colbert   Martin Harry    Subject: Convention of States Texas ‐ Texas Independence week coincides with Senate vote!    Jay and Andy,    Our team is looking forward with great anticipation to tomorrow's Senate floor debate and vote. What a blessing to work with  all of you ‐ thank you for the support and encouragement!    Our grassroots army has been mobilized over the past week, with constituents calling Texas Senators and reminding them that  we "have their back!" That positive reinforcement will continue today and into tomorrow morning.    Further, we expect to have at least 100 COS Texas supporters "storm the Capitol" (your bosses words!) tomorrow to watch the  floor debate and vote. This is a historic moment for Texas, and many of our volunteer force, who have worked so hard, want to  be on hand to witness this in person. And to provide yet another visual reminder to each Senator that the grassroots are  watching!    The rest of the nation is watching as well. In the past week, both Arizona and Utah have denied passage of the COS resolution in  their respective Senates, by very close margins, with several Senators "flipping" their vote at the last moment. But, hope is not  lost there ‐ Arizona agreed to reconsider their vote, and Utah is even now contemplating a vote to reconsider. Both states have  been inundated by grassroots supporters. And, COS leadership from these states tell us that their legislators are watching what's happening in Texas!    What a great opportunity for Texas to celebrate its ow independence; by demonstrating to the rest of the nation that Texas is  leading on the Convention of States, the only peaceful solution to "sever" the umbilical cord of dependence which now exists  between the states and the federal government.    We look forward to seeing you at the Capitol, and continuing to work together to "make federalism great again!" (quote from  Senator Birdwell).    For Liberty, and  In His Grace,  Paul Hodson  Texas Co‐Director  Convention of States  #TexasWillLead    817‐975‐8772    "Talent is God‐given. Be humble. Fame is man‐given. Be grateful. Conceit is self‐given. Be careful." ‐ John Wooden    Sent from my iPad  1 Johanna Meade From: Sent: To: Subject: Jay Dyer Friday, March 03, 2017 7:38 PM Jessica Vu FW: Idaho Request for Texas Gov. Abbott to Call ID Gov. Otter Importance: High     From: Tamara Colbert [mailto: Sent: Friday, March 03, 2017 9:23 AM  To: Jay Dyer ; Andrew Oldham   Cc: 'Paul Hodson'  Subject: Idaho Request for Texas Gov. Abbott to Call ID Gov. Otter  Importance: High  Good Morning Jay & Andy‐    Onward to the House. THANK YOU for all the behind‐the‐scenes work y’all have done to help pave the way for passing the  Senate. Obviously, the House is a completely different story, but our radio ads across the state launched this past Monday and  we are getting very positive feedback from both legislators and volunteers from around the state.    Please see the email request below from Idaho Governor Butch Otter, who would really like an opportunity to speak with Gov.  Abbott as soon as can be possible. He is in our corner, but wants to talk with Gov. Abbott about potential pushback, which  groups, and how to lead on the Convention of States front. It is less JBS and more Eagle Forum/Concerned Women For America  there.    Thank you for helping us get the two Governor’s connected. We appreciate it.    Happy Friday,       Tamara      From: Jake Ball [mailto Sent: Thursday, March 2, 2017 8:00 PM  To: Tamara Colbert  Subject: Abbott talki Hi Tamara, Senator Coburn spoke with Governor Otter tonight. Otter wold love to speak with Abbott about COS. Otter asked that we coordinate the call with Chrissy, his scheduler. She can be reached at: 208-334-2100. Let me know if you need anything more from me. I'm happy to help wherever needed. The COS bill is in the balance in Idaho. Getting Otter on our side can make the difference. Thanks! Jake 2 Johanna Meade From: Sent: To: Subject: Jay Dyer Friday, March 03, 2017 7:34 PM Jessica Vu FW: Levin GOES OFF on anti-COS groups     From: Jay Dyer   Sent: Friday, February 24, 2017 10:48 AM  To: Tamara Colbert   'Ashley Westenhover'   Cc: 'Paul Hodson Subject: RE: Levin GOES OFF on anti‐COS groups  While I hear this, I echo Ashley’s concerns.  I am happy to visit at the earliest possible time.    Jay    From: Tamara Colbert [mailto:tcolbert@cosaction.com]   Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2017 11:03 AM  To: 'Ashley Westenhover'   Cc: Jay Dyer ; 'Paul Hodson'   Subject: RE: Levin GOES OFF on anti‐COS groups  Importance: High  Ashley‐    Thank you for your note. You really are awesome. Thank you for looking out for all of us. Please note that Texas did not mail that  out, this is our weekly roundup that comes from HQ and goes to 2.2 million active volunteers in every House district in the  nation. Thankfully, in Texas, Paul and I are actively engaged in a new dialogue and spirit of joining forces with these two groups.  We are just beginning to forge a new and positive relationship. You will NOT hear us bashing them in Texas for exactly that  reason and in fact, we are asking our activists to attend the March 16th event at the Capitol in good faith.    However, what is unfortunate and that you wouldn’t know because you are focused on Texas, is that in South Dakota, Utah and  Wyoming, these two groups are actively threatening legislators with phone calls and emails. It has gotten so ugly by some  groups that have made verbal and written threats to our leaders in those states that are currently under police investigation.  Additionally, they have not been nice and used very underhanded tactics in South Dakota actively threatening legislators—which  resulted in our failing this session there.     Mark Levin is frustrated, more than our grassroots in these states, when legislators do not listen to reason, but succumb to fear  and mis‐information. We have no control whatsoever over his show or what he talks about. He asked Meckler to discuss this  with him because he wants everyone to know that there are a minority of fear‐mongers trying to silence millions of American  voices to use the Constitution to save the nation. These groups are becoming irrelevant and they are fighting like heck right now  grasping for any bit longer to hang on.    Again, Texas WILL lead the nation—not just on Article V, but on forging an alliance with our former opposition groups. This will  not happen overnight, but the fact that we are all talking and working together to find a way to support each other is nothing  short of a miracle. We believe what we are doing in Texas will set an incredible example and model for other states. All it takes is  one to find a way—and we’re starting here.     The Convention of States Project will not engage in any hurtful, name calling rhetoric because our national motto is be nice. We  believe that eventually these groups will see the light and come to our side, which is why we are trying to create a spirit of  openness and camaraderie. Our discussion points with these groups is that if this is the only thing y’all disagree with us on, then  4 we need to find a way to work together. Imagine what we can do for real policy reforms and voting in great legislators if all  conservative groups were on the same team. WOW! Now that is change I can get behind. It will happen, just not overnight.    The best thing you could do is pray for that change to begin happening. WE (COS) do NOT hate those groups. We feel sad for  them and genuinely desire for them to join us. FYI – our COS prayer warrior team and executive team has been praying that  request earnestly for more than two years—and we are seeing miracles in Texas.    You’re the best, Ashley. We miss working with y’all this session.    Tamara Colbert  Co‐director, Texas  Convention of States Project  C: 626.244.5571    From: Ashley Westenhover [mailto:ashley@philking.com]   Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2017 10:23 AM  To: Tamara Colbert  Cc: Jay Dyer   Subject: Fwd: Levin GOES OFF on anti‐COS groups  Tamara - Why did Texas COS email out the Mark Levin clip blaming CWA and Eagle Forum when we have had good communication and relations with them over the past year. This is very hurtful for our efforts in Texas and to the olive branch that was extended. What’s the deal? Things were running smoothly between the orgs and I would hate to see this set things back. Ashley Chief of Staff State Representative Phil King Begin forwarded message: From: The Convention of States Team Subject: Levin GOES OFF on anti-COS groups Date: February 18, 2017 at 10:11:23 PM CST To: Reply-To: The Convention of States Team 5 Take Action Contribute 4 . 5 CONVENTIOICI of STATES ACTION 1 News from the battlefield. entrenched bureaucracy is in for a rude awakening. bureaucrats are opposing the President at every turn. President is on it, but Congress may not be able to agree on anything. Levin called out these organizations in a serious way. Join us in the fight. Apply to be a 7? LJ El?? Note to State Leaders: This email is sent to our entire database. Want to help the Convention of States Project in BIG way, all from the comfort of your own home? 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You can umate your preferences or unsubscribe from this list Johanna Meade From: Sent: To: Subject: Jay Dyer Friday, March 03, 2017 7:34 PM Jessica Vu FW: GOVERNOR'S TEXAS PLAN CAN ENDANGER THE CONSTITUTION Importance: High     From: Jay Dyer   Sent: Friday, February 24, 2017 11:37 AM  To: Daniel Hodge (dth@gov.texas.gov) ; Andrew Oldham   Subject: FW: GOVERNOR'S TEXAS PLAN CAN ENDANGER THE CONSTITUTION  Importance: High  From Denton County.  FYI    From: Tamara Colbert [mailto Sent: Friday, February 24, 2017 11:34 AM  To: Jay Dyer ; Ashley Westenhover   Cc: 'Paul Hodson > Subject: FW: GOVERNOR'S TEXAS PLAN CAN ENDANGER THE CONSTITUTION  Importance: High  Ashley and Jay‐  Please see what Denton Co. GOP Chairwoman, Shirley Spellerberg, a signatory/representative for both Texas Eagle Forum and  CWA, is spewing. We are NOT responding to this because she is dead wrong and we’ve met with her directly to talk about this. In  her House testimony in the 84th session she flat out lied for the record against us—which we have refuted on multiple occasions.  We will always take the high road, but it gets tough with examples like this from Shirley Spellerberg below.    Again, you won’t hear us bashing these groups, but I’ve got to be honest, with this type of messaging from TEF & CWA, while  they’re asking us to work with them…seems a bit hypocritical.     Jay, we did mention Shirley to Gov. Abbott during our last conversation. He is aware of who she is.    Tamara    From: Rick Jernigan, RC Jackson, TN [mailto Sent: Friday, February 24, 2017 11:03 AM  To:    Subject: Fwd: GOVERNOR'S TEXAS PLAN CAN ENDANGER THE CONSTITUTION  Here is the copy. This is floating around TN. I presented to the Dickson County TN Republican Party last night. And Bob Baird used this as his argument. I gave him the Nstelson Report and several other key handouts. In return he shared this email with me. Thank you for your support. God bless you always. 11 Rick Jernigan, RC Jackson TN Region Protect our God given Rights: SIGN and SHARE the petition today: id=1434374 Begin forwarded message: From: Shirley Spellerberg Date: February 21, 2017 at 6:36: 15 PM CST To: Subject: TEXAS PLAN CAN ENDANGER THE CONSTITUTION Reply-To: Shirley Spellerberg GOD SAVE browser DESK TEXAS PLAN CAN ENDANGER THE CONSTITUTION Governor Abbott is pushing for a well-intended but dangerous call for an Article Convention of the States known as the ?Texas Plan.? 12 The Governor admits there is nothing wrong with the constitution but lack of enforcement. In his own words, ?Governor Abbott went on to explain that dysfunction in Washington, DC. stems largely from the federal government?s refusal to follow the Constitution. Congress routinely violates its enumerated powers, while taxing and spending its way from one financial crisis to another. The President exceeds his executive powers to impose heavy-handed regulations. And the Supreme Court imposes its policy views under the guise ofjudicial interpretation.? The Governor is correct. How then can he expect adding new amendments to a constitution that is not being enforced is going to change anything? ?Yet even though we can no longer rely on our Nation?s leaders to enforce the Constitution that ?We the People" agreed to, the Constitution provides another way forward. Acting through the States, the people can amend their Constitution to their leaders in all three branches of government to recognize renewed limits on federal power. Senator Brian Birdwell?s legislation, 8321, calls for a Convention to be in effect for 12 years! Heaven only knows what political ideology will prevail in the 50 states by then. Some of the risks a Convention poses to our constitutional protections are: Repeal or modifications to the 2nd Amendment; Loss of Religious Rights and Freedom of Speech; Repeal of the Electoral College and Repeal of the 10th Amendment. With no clear rules for the conduct of COS business; how Delegates will be selected, by Population or One Delegate per state; when, where and for how long a COS would remain in session and the cost of a convention, it is clear that the Governor?s making a COS an Emergency item is a big 13 mistake and could lead to a re-write of our constitution. All COS legislation should be defeated! CONTACT ALL STATE SENATORS NOW: 'brian.birdwell senatetexas. ov'; Shirley Spel/erberg 14 unsubscribe from this list update subscn?ption preferences This email was sent to? did I ?t this? unsubscn?be from this list ugate subscn'ption greferences Seif- Corinth - Denton, TX 76210 - USA 15 Johanna Meade From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Jay Dyer Wednesday, February 22, 2017 7:38 PM Tamara Colbert; Andrew Oldham 'Paul Hodson'; RE: GOP Governor's Weekend in DC I’m pretty sure his schedule is pretty booked up, but I can send to scheduling.    J    From: Tamara Colbert [mailto    Sent: Wednesday, February 22, 2017 10:00 AM  To: Jay Dyer ; Andrew Oldham   Cc: 'Paul Hodson'  ;    Subject: GOP Governor's Weekend in DC  Importance: High    Jay and Andy‐  Good morning. I wanted to let you know that in the past 24 hours, I’ve received a couple of phone calls from other COS State  Directors, asking to talk with Gov. Abbott this weekend at the GOP Governor’s meeting in DC.     Missouri: Gov. Eric Greitens. MO COS Legislation moving forward right now in the House and Senate   Kentucky: Gov. Matt Bevin. COS has a full state team now, including our Legislative Liaison who is a retire coal miner,  Beven has mentioned that he’s on board with COS, but a good word from Gov. Abbott may get Bevin to be more vocal in  the state.   South Carolina: Gov. Henry McMaster, just replaced Gov. Nikki Haley. The COS SC team finally has a governor in place  that the legislators actually like and are eagerly moving forward on COS, we have 8 senate co‐sponsors and are moving  on the House side as well. Gov. McMaster’s assistant counsel reached out to our COS Legislative Liaison two days ago  asking if he could put a good word in with Gov. Abbott for a side‐bar conversation this weekend in DC.    Thank you so much for getting this to Gov. Abbott.    His leadership is reverberating around the nation on Convention of States and that is fantastic.    Tamara  1 Johanna Meade From: Sent: To: Subject: Jay Dyer Wednesday, February 22, 2017 7:39 PM Invite FW: GOP Governor's Weekend in DC Importance: High     From: Tamara Colbert [mailto    Sent: Wednesday, February 22, 2017 10:00 AM  To: Jay Dyer ; Andrew Oldham   Cc: 'Paul Hodson'  ;    Subject: GOP Governor's Weekend in DC  Importance: High    Jay and Andy‐  Good morning. I wanted to let you know that in the past 24 hours, I’ve received a couple of phone calls from other COS State  Directors, asking to talk with Gov. Abbott this weekend at the GOP Governor’s meeting in DC.     Missouri: Gov. Eric Greitens. MO COS Legislation moving forward right now in the House and Senate   Kentucky: Gov. Matt Bevin. COS has a full state team now, including our Legislative Liaison who is a retire coal miner,  Beven has mentioned that he’s on board with COS, but a good word from Gov. Abbott may get Bevin to be more vocal in  the state.   South Carolina: Gov. Henry McMaster, just replaced Gov. Nikki Haley. The COS SC team finally has a governor in place  that the legislators actually like and are eagerly moving forward on COS, we have 8 senate co‐sponsors and are moving  on the House side as well. Gov. McMaster’s assistant counsel reached out to our COS Legislative Liaison two days ago  asking if he could put a good word in with Gov. Abbott for a side‐bar conversation this weekend in DC.    Thank you so much for getting this to Gov. Abbott.    His leadership is reverberating around the nation on Convention of States and that is fantastic.    Tamara  2