“It seems underhanded. It doesn’t seem like the way we should conduct our politics.”

 “It” was the Ohio referendum this past week on whether a 60% majority should be required for a constitutional amendment. 

 The real reason for the ballot issue: to make it harder to enact an amendment protecting abortion rights. 

The Ohio voter quoted above “described his politics as center right.”

https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/09/us/ohio-voters-issue-1-constitution.html

I will begin my Legislation class later this month by citing this statement.  Then I will say:

“We will teach you the tricks of the trade.  But always remember, what you do in Annapolis must meet the smell test.

“The smell test is self administered. You should know if what you did or are thinking of doing stinks.”

If you ever think that I’ve violated the smell test, let me know.