Amendments to the US Constitution, Question:

 What does Amendment 17 change?

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Amendment 17 changes how Senators are elected.  Prior to this they were chosen by state legislatures, now they are elected by popular vote.  In addition if a senator resigns, becomes incapacitated or dies the Governor of the state will appoint a successor until the next election or special election.

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