".....the idea that the amendment — which essentially stipulates that government cannot spend more than it takes in — is necessary and good."

That is a good idea but the only problem is, Social Security, Medicare etc are non budgetary items.

So if Social Security incoming cash and Social Security outgoing payments are not counted as part of the budget.......then what?

I want to see or hear the details and here is why....

Neither major political party when in power wants its hands tied with a balanced budget stipulation. Republicans are bullshitting the people again. They know this will fail.

It won't get through congress - 2/3 of each chamber must pass it - and it takes 38 states to ratify.

Keep your hip boots and shovels and your keyboards handy.