Congressional Republicans are virtually united in support for a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution. They see it as the only tool that can keep rampant federal spending in check. But National Review Editor Rich Lowry says passing the amendment would actually be a huge mistake. Why would it be a mistake? What events in American history does Lowry cite to back up that claim? What else would he recommend to enforce spending discipline? And what does he expect Republicans to pursue since the amendment does not have the support needed to advance in Congress? We discuss it all with Rich Lowry.
