If you ruled the US...

[CorvusRexus]

If I ruled the US as President, my first action would be to sign an EO saying Congress nor the SCOCTUS have any right to strike down any EOs I may issue. Then, I would issue a second EO saying that a new Constitutional Convention is to be called with delegates from all states present elected for that one purpose, writing a new Constitution. I, naturally, would appoint myself President of the Convention. As president of it, I would try mainly to redefine and reinforce the protections and rights guaranteed by the Constitution, as well as reform the structure of Gov't.
I would make the Supreme Court have eleven justices: 5 elected from regions of the country, 3 appointed by the POTUS, and 1 elected by each chamber of the Congress (I would make three branches). Also, justices would have term limits and would be staggered to ensure each president gets to appoint so many. The Congress would have 3 houses: one proposing social laws, one for matters of economics, and another for world affairs. Each house would be comprised of 150 members, each state being granted 3 representatives. On matters of joint responsibility, one house may plead to the SCOTUS to review it and call for all houses involved together to vote on it. To pass a law, the proposing branch must achieve a 60% majority, followed by at least a 30% minority from the other houses. Each candidate is only allowed to be in 1 house at a time. The president would be forced to relinquish much power to an elected group of specialists similar to the Cabinet, and would be elected to 5 year terms, can be elected twice, and if a 80% majority of all houses vote so, a recall election may be held to throw out the old president.
What would you do?

 

[CrusaderFrank]

I'd go to Harvard and have them release Obama Foreign student transcripts

Also, would have Frank Zappa's "Sofa" played at every baseball game.

I'd eliminate the IRS and have every state fund the federal government in proportion to their electoral votes

 

[AvgGuyIA]

I would repeal Obamacare and put Obama and Eric Holder inLeavenworth federal penitentiary.

 

[CorvusRexus]

I would repeal Obamacare and put Obama and Eric Holder inLeavenworth federal penitentiary.

You wouldn't make drastic changes? You'd leave the system that allowed Obama and Holder to get away with all of that intact?

 

[HenryBHough]

Anarchy RULES!

(not)

 

[PaintMyHouse]

I voted "other". It's a long, complicated list...

 

[AvgGuyIA]

I would repeal Obamacare and put Obama and Eric Holder inLeavenworth federal penitentiary.

You wouldn't make drastic changes? You'd leave the system that allowed Obama and Holder to get away with all of that intact?

I would hold up the Constitution point at its pages and say this document is to be followed to the letter.

 

[CorvusRexus]

I would repeal Obamacare and put Obama and Eric Holder inLeavenworth federal penitentiary.

You wouldn't make drastic changes? You'd leave the system that allowed Obama and Holder to get away with all of that intact?

I would hold up the Constitution point at its pages and say this document is to be followed to the letter.

Oh. Rather than change it to prevent people from abusing it, you would simply enforce it?
Guess it works.

 

[CorvusRexus]

I voted "other". It's a long, complicated list...

Oh Lord. What would you do? I am quite interested in hearing the list.

 

[CorvusRexus]

Hmmmm. Somebody said take people's freedoms on the poll. Is someone not taking this seriously ([MENTION]frigidweirdo[/MENTION], cough, cough)?

 

[PaintMyHouse]

I voted "other". It's a long, complicated list...

Oh Lord. What would you do? I am quite interested in hearing the list.

For starters, no more pretense of a Republic, or a Democracy, or a Democratic Republic. The Elites will rule, which is as it should be. Since we can actually get shit done now, most people will find they have more freedom, not less, and their lives are more rational and rewarding.

 

[TheOldSchool]

If I ruled the U.S. I wouldn't pick any of those options.

The option I'd pick would have a lot more blunts involved.

 

[candycorn]

Discussed several times already;

Make it to where the President had to win both EV and popular votes
Change the way House districts are drawn and implement a lottery system to prevent save seats from being constructed
Change campaign finance laws to force TV/Radio/News stations to carry federal level political advertisements of ALL candidates who get X amount of support via petitions free of charge
Change debate rules for federal level elections as to where any who get X amount of support on petitions are on the stage for all debates
Flat tax of 20% or so; no deductions, no loopholes
Recognize same sex marriage
Tax churches; allow clergy to take political positions to unleash the power of the Word

 

[LuckyDuck01!]

Well, I wouldn't eliminate the IRS. Without some taxes and tax collection, you wouldn't have a government as taxes are that which keeps a government functioning, otherwise it would just be anarchy and no rules.
I would change the Constitution, "slightly."
a. No religion shall exist within the United States that preaches imprisonment or violence toward non-believers, or individuals who leave such religion. Blasphemy laws are illegal.
b. Freedom of speech is not absolute. Hate speech, speech which can cause physical harm and speech advocating violence would be forbidden, except in the entertainment/film industry.
c. No laws shall be enacted that restricts a womans right to choose. She is the equal to man and thus no law may be made that differs her from that of men.
d. No political parties may be excluded from televised political debates. Televised debates are to be free from charge by the airing agencies.

 

[DriftingSand]

I would keep the original Constitution intact but I would proclaim America a Christian nation. However, non-Christians could live here and be free to believe as they choose. I would maintain freedom of the press; freedom of speech; freedom of religion; etc.

Gun safety training and proper usage would be mandatory for children in the 7th grade and up. Law-abiding adults would be required to own a firearm and know how to use it. However, only folks who felt comfortable could open carry. Teachers, principles, pilots, bus drivers, etc. would be required to carry as a part of their job description.

Parents would be very closely involved with their children's education. Only true American history would be taught. Sex ed would be between parents and kids. That would give teachers more time to teach and focus on educational curriculum instead of condoms and kill-pills.

Abortion would be listed as 1st degree murder and anyone caught participating in that heinous act would get the death penalty. No appeals. Just sentencing, a last meal, and a rope.

Open homosexuality would be strictly banned. I would not concern myself or law enforcement with a person's sex life behind closed doors but any open activism (that is recruitment) would be punishable by law.

Violent criminals (murderers, rapists, molesters, etc.) who are convicted of a crime where it was proven that they were guilty beyond the shadow of a doubt (DNA evidence) would meet with a swift death penalty. No appeals. Just a last supper and a firing squad.

We would create a powerful military but we would NOT be the world's police dogs. We would only intervene if a nation asked for our help and we could end the conflict quickly and decisively.

Our borders would be completely sealed. Anyone who wished to enter the nation legally could apply. They would have to learn English and memorize the Constitution (at least the key points). They would remain crime-free and find gainful employment. No free handouts.

I would abolish the Federal Reserve Bank. Period!!!

Our domestic policy would emphasize charity amongst neighbors. Every male and female adult would be required to serve in the public sector for a period of 2 or three years. Their duties would require them to help the sick, elderly, orphans, and destitute. Our Welfare program would come from the hearts of the people instead of some elite legislatures sitting in some Washington D.C. throne.

 

[Wildman]

the poll is pure..,

take it seriously...? ... ... ... ... ... ... ...



you really are joking........, right ?

 

[CorvusRexus]

I voted "other". It's a long, complicated list...

Oh Lord. What would you do? I am quite interested in hearing the list.

For starters, no more pretense of a Republic, or a Democracy, or a Democratic Republic. The Elites will rule, which is as it should be. Since we can actually get shit done now, most people will find they have more freedom, not less, and their lives are more rational and rewarding.

Question: why would the Elites, once given total power, give a darn about the commoner?

 

[CorvusRexus]

the poll is pure..,

take it seriously...? ... ... ... ... ... ... ...



you really are joking........, right ?

I was being sarcastic, something that is sometimes difficult to express electronically.

 

[PaintMyHouse]

Oh Lord. What would you do? I am quite interested in hearing the list.

For starters, no more pretense of a Republic, or a Democracy, or a Democratic Republic. The Elites will rule, which is as it should be. Since we can actually get shit done now, most people will find they have more freedom, not less, and their lives are more rational and rewarding.

Question: why would the Elites, once given total power, give a darn about the commoner?

It's their job, but more importantly, their duty. Trust me, we make our nut as well.

 

[Avatar4321]

The question shows part of the problem with todays mindset. The President does not rule us. He is not a king. He is, however, supposed to lead us.

If I somehow got the job as President, first thing I would do is to give transperancy to the people and abolish all executive orders that supercede Presidential authority.

Next I would work on building a coalition in Congress to decentralize power. I would encourage the Federal government to end any program that it doesnt have explicit authority to create and move any programs to the states that would be better run by states. I would put an end to unfunded mandates. I would especially take measures to prevent the government from spying on American citizens.

I'd work to lower taxes to a flat rate of 7%. Should probably be lower, but one step at a time. I'd work to balance the budget. I'd propose cutting $.02 of every dollar was spend. That alone would cut significan't money out of the budget. I'd also do away with baseline budgeting and "mandatory" spending which is completely misnamed.

Those are just a few things I would work on. But no one is going to make me president any time soon.