Note:
Neal S. Manne, Good Intentions, New Inventions, and Article V Constitutional Conventions, 58 TEXAS L. REV. 131 (1979).
 

Abstract:
Neal Manne discusses the Article V procedures for amending the Constitution, specifically the state convention method. Despite the fact that it has never been used, states have applied for a constitutional convention hundreds of times, and a constitutional convention would have the potential to initiate proposals for enormous change in all facets of our lives. Although the Constitution appears to be unambiguous regarding the procedures for a constitutional convention, further consideration reveals that very little is actually spelled out. Mr. Manne discusses the issues that arise when states seek to compel a Constitutional convention, as they often do.