Examine and evaluate possible amendments to the constitution

The Constitution is often seen as a sacred document, despite the fact that there have been a number of changes to it over the years (expanding voting rights to non-Whites/women, birthright citizenship, abolishing slavery, to name a few). In this discussion you will examine and evaluate possible amendments to the constitution. Based on the first letter of your last name you will be assigned a list of 4 amendments from which you will need to select two to discuss. In your post you will need to address the following for each of the two amendments you chose.

1. Two potential strengths of the amendments

2. Two potential weaknesses/challenges of the amendment

3. Detailed explanation as to why you support or oppose the amendment

*****I highly recommend that you do a bit of internet research about the amendments you are discussing so that you have a better understanding of the issue******

Last name begins with S-Z

The Judicial Representation Amendment – will ensure that the Supreme Court is more representative by guaranteeing that 50% of Justices will be Women and 30% members of minority communities (Ex: people of color, underrepresented minorities, LGBTQ).

Convene a new Constitutional Convention (that will be composed of elected state representatives) every 10 years that will draft proposals for new Constitutional amendments.

The public will have the right to access all classified information after a period of 20 years.

All non-violent crimes will be punished by means other than incarceration.