Today I attended Congressman Dave Loebsack's town-hall meeting at Southeastern Community College in Burlington, Iowa.  My estimate of the attendance is approximately 230, with 70% to 80% opposed to the healthcare proposals coming out of Washington.  Reasons ranged from economic, to quality of care, to the one I believe trumps all the rest:  Liberty.

The way the meeting was organized, all the people in attendance were given cards on which to write their questions.  The questions were put into a basket and cards were drawn out by people in the crowd.  All in all, a fairly decent way to run things.

The question I wanted to ask was, "Article I, Sections 8 and 9 of the U.S. Constitution, which list the powers of Congress, make no mention of government involvement in health care.  Also, the 10th Amendment prohibits Congress from acting outside of the specific powers given to it by the Constitution.  With this in mind, there are only two options for Congress to act upon these health care proposals:  Do you advocate amending the Constitution to allow this legislation, or will you commit treason against the Constitution?"

As my card was not drawn, I didn't get to ask Mr. Loebsack this question.  However, another member of the audience asked something very similar.  I was absolutely astounded at the response.  Congressman Loebsack showed his absolute disdain for the Constitution, and his willingness to ignore it anytime he chooses.

Thanks to our local radio station KCPS, I've been able to obtain the following audio clip of the question and answer.  Click here to play the clip.