I wish to say to the Senator from New Jersey in brief that I am opposed to his amendment for two reasons: In the first place. to amend the joint resolution now would necessitate its going back to the House of Representatives and being concurred in there. In the next place. the relief he seeks by an amendment to the proposed constitutional amendment Is in the power of Congress to grant without such action. Congress is given full jurisdiction over the naturalization of foreigners. and Congress can at any time pass a law preventing foreignborn women who marry American citizens from becoming citizens by thelr marriage. Congress also has the right to prescribe who are quailfled to vote for President. electors. and Members of Congress. there is no doubt about that. Therefore no constitutional amendment is needed at all on these subjects. for Congress has plenary power without it. and I shall vote against the amendment proposed by the Senator from New Jersey.
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