“Yes, of course. It’s a very exciting moment in America’s history.”
“I figure you and I should spend some time together going over the amendments just in case you have to make an appearance.”
“Make an appearance? I’m not following you.”
“You’re Connecticut’s understudy. If something were to happen to Governor Sterling or Speaker Russo, you’d be the man stepping in.”
“Oh, don’t be silly. Nothing is going to happen to them. What’s the worry?”
“Like I said earlier, prudence dictates that we prepare for all contingencies. Tell me, how familiar are you with the Liberty Amendments that are going to be proposed.”
“I know all the Liberty Amendments quite well,” Senator Graves said. “The limits to the powers of the Federal Executive, …show more content…
The state will amend the Connecticut State Constitution to allow the towns and cities to reject state legislation, and the towns and cities will soon amend their charters to allow the individual to reject local statutes.”
“A clear victory for individual rights?” William said.
“Many people see it that way.”
“And what about you, senator? It that how you see it?”
“I suppose.”
“That’s not the most convincing stance. I need to hear a little vim and vigor.”
“Come on, William. It’s no big deal; my feelings are irrelevant. Speaker Russo and Governor Sterling are already in Philadelphia awaiting the opening gavel. My opinion doesn’t matter for squat - they’re the ones who are going to be casting Connecticut’s votes.”
Almost on cue, Senator Graves and Williams’ cell phones began buzzing. William stood stone still, holding the shotgun in the crook of his arm with the barrel cracked open. He watched Senator Graves reach into his pocket and remove his iPhone. The breaking news reports and text messages from senate colleagues filled the