On April 8, 1913, the 17th amendment to the Constitution, providing for the popular election of U.S. senators, was ratified.
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On April 8, 1913, the 17th amendment to the Constitution, providing for the popular election of U.S. senators, was ratified.
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A very sad day in history, the beginning of the end for strong representation of the States and protection of their rights in the Federal government.
And our republic was betrayed.