Failed amendments

Do some research online or at your library to discover some failed amendments. Choose one of the amendments that failed and write a brief essay including the following information:

·    Describe the proposed amendment and what it would do.

·    When was the amendment proposed?

·    Why was the amendment proposed? Why did some individuals believe there was a need for such an amendment at that time?

·    Why did the amendment fail?

·    Could this amendment pass today?  Given the changing times, do you think this amendment would have a chance at passing today if it were proposed again?

Write a 1 page essay answering the questions above and submit it to your instructor once it is completed. Do not forget to include a list of your sources.