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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Can someone explain (kindly, I really want to understand better) how DC not being state allows Congress to meddle in our laws? How would they be able to write a law for DC specifically?[/quote] Under the District Clause of the Constitution (Article 1, Section 8, Clause 17), the U.S. Congress continues to exercise authority over DC local affairs. Congress reviews all DC legislation before it can become law. Congress can modify or even overturn such legislation. Traditionally, Congress has been uncomfortable with allowing a majority, AA city have any semblance of home rule.[/quote] Washington is no longer a majority AA city. Chocolate City melted away some time ago.[/quote] Oh wow ok a plurality. That changes things because?[/quote]
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