The Senate we killed in 1913
Summary
The 17th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution did not directly cause the growth of the federal government in the last century. However, it changed how senators were chosen, which allowed other changes to happen and made federal expansion easier.Key Facts
- The 17th Amendment changed the way U.S. senators are elected.
- Before the amendment, state legislatures picked senators.
- After the amendment, senators are elected by popular vote.
- This change affected how the Senate operates.
- It removed some power from state governments and gave more influence to voters.
- The amendment helped create the conditions for federal government growth.
- It did not directly cause federal expansion but made it more possible.
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