The Opt-Out Constitution

It seems to have escaped much notice, but a modernized version of the U.S. Constitution is about to be enacted. In keeping with the way Americans in the Internet era deal with the various large institutions in our lives, the idea is to simplify the relationship between citizens and our leaders, and to remove all those cumbersome checks and balances that just get in the way of effective government. But the really

It seems to have escaped much notice, but a modernized version of the U.S. Constitution is about to be enacted. In keeping with the way Americans in the Internet era deal with the various large institutions in our lives, the idea is to simplify the relationship between citizens and our leaders, and to remove all those cumbersome checks and balances that just get in the way of effective government. But the really great thing about it is it's not going to require a constitutional convention or some drawn-out approval process by Congress and the states. If you like it, you don't have to do anything. If you don't like it - well, opt out and go find some other country to live in. After all, isn't that now the American way?

CONSTITUTION OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, Version 2.0

You, the people of the United States of America (herein referred to as "You"), in order to form a more perfect union with your Government (herein referred to as "Government" or "We"), do agree to be bound by the terms of this Constitution. If you do not agree to the terms of this Constitution, do not use any Government services, including but not limited to justice, domestic tranquility, the common defense, the general welfare, the blessings of liberty for you and your posterity, and/or residence in the United States of America.

Article I. You agree that all legislative, executive, judicial, and other powers shall be vested in the Government. The times, places, and manner of selecting Government officials will be determined by the Government. We may at any time make or alter such regulations, rules, or laws and shall have the power to appoint or remove officials as We deem appropriate.

Article II. You agree that your access to services We provide may be terminated immediately without notice on the sole and absolute discretion of the Government if you fail to comply with any term or provision of this Constitution. Upon termination, you must immediately cease to make use of all Government services including but not limited to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. You agree that treason, copyright infringement, and other high crimes and misdemeanors shall be punishable by death, bill of attainder for corruption of blood, and other penalties as the Government may direct.

Article III. You agree that the Government and its business affiliates may collect and use information gathered as part of the services provided to you. We will use this information solely to improve Our services, to lay and collect taxes, and to define and punish piracies, copyright infringement, and other forms of treason against the Government or its business affiliates. You hereby agree that all searches and seizures conducted by the Government for such purposes are reasonable and lawful under this Constitution.