Convention of States: Why Washington Can't Fix Itself with Rick Santorum

Convention of States: Why Washington Can't Fix Itself with Rick Santorum

Author: Professor Nick Giordano | Conservative Political Analyst & Commentator March 25, 2026 Duration: 26:32
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Convention of States: Why Washington Can't Fix Itself with Rick Santorum. Is Washington broken beyond repair? The Convention of States and the Article V process may be the only path left to restore the Republic.


Former Senator Rick Santorum joins The P.A.S. Report Podcast to pull back the curtain on why both parties have failed to limit government. This episode breaks down the Convention of States process, debunks the runaway convention myth, and explains how the states can reclaim their constitutional authority from an out of control Washington.


What You'll Learn:

  • The Incentive Problem: Why D.C. is structurally incapable of self-reform 
  • The Dependency Trap: How federal spending fuels endless expansion 
  • Article V Mechanics: A plain-English breakdown of the Convention of States process 
  • Fact vs. Fiction: The real safeguards that prevent a runaway convention 
  • The Path Forward: The types of amendments that could restore limited government 


Don't miss this fact-based analysis of how the states can step in when Washington refuses to act and why the Convention of States is worth the fight.

 

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Timestamps

  • 01:32 Rick Santorum: Statesman vs. Politician
  • 02:27 Political Failures in Preserving Liberty
  • 04:18 Polarization, Debt, and Government Overreach
  • 05:59 Government Expansion: A Bipartisan Issue
  • 07:39 The Challenge of Government Dependency
  • 09:58 Decline of Civic Education and Cultural Values
  • 12:54 A Convention of States
  • 15:38 Article 5 and Constitutional Amendments
  • 18:01 Safeguards Against a Runaway Convention
  • 22:28 Restoring Power to the States
  • 25:13 Amendments for a Convention of States
  • 27:30 The Mechanism of Constitutional Amendments


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Tune in to Conservative Politics & News: The P.A.S. Report for a perspective grounded in constitutional principles and a critical examination of current affairs. Hosted by Professor Nick Giordano, a seasoned conservative political analyst and commentator, this podcast serves as a platform for detailed discussion that goes beyond surface-level headlines. Each episode features Giordano's direct analysis and commentary, where he addresses topics like governmental overreach, perceived media narratives, and the ongoing dialogue around personal freedoms. The conversations in this podcast are built on a foundation of historical context, drawing from the categories of news and politics to inform a deeper understanding of modern events. Listeners will hear a consistent focus on the structures of liberty and sovereignty, often through exclusive interviews with guests who share these analytical priorities. Rather than simply reacting to the news cycle, Professor Giordano aims to connect present-day policies and cultural shifts to their broader implications for free speech and individual rights. The tone is straightforward and dedicated, offering a clear alternative to mainstream political commentary. For those seeking a thoughtful, principled conservative take on the stories that shape the nation, this podcast provides a regular and uncompromising deep dive.
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