In this address to the Oregon Bar Association, Frederick V. Holman criticizes the use of initiative amendments in the state constitution and their impact on the legal system. Holman argues that such amendments undermine the legislature and the ability of citizens to enact meaningful change. An important historical document on the workings of democracy and the judicial system in the early 20th century. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.