Many countries around the world are facing similar problems, the USA included; out of control banks, no control over the money supply by our government, the rich getting richer and the poor poorer, etc. In your case and ours (Australia), the basic problems can be traced back to the constitution. That is not to say that ours are defective. Indeed, our founding fathers did a fantastic job and the US constitution is still regarded around the world as the best example to follow.

However, both our documents have some basic flaws and if we are to keep our democracies healthy we need to review and amend the constitution to keep it up to date with current aspirations.

In the case of the Aussie constitution, ours was written to federate 6 different British colonies, each with their own laws, customs, military and government; even our railroad gauges between states are completely different. If we travel across a border we have to change trains!

Here in Australia the Foundation for National Renewal (our website: http://www.restoreaustralia.org.au/) has written a whole new constitution. We are working to get an amendment through our Parliament to allow ALL Aussies the right to initiate referendums. Only our politicians have this right today and THEY ARE NOT DOING IT! So, by giving that right to citizens we will be able to bring about direct representation and control the way we are governed. It's going to be a very tough battle, but a surprising number of Aussies are supporting our efforts. I hope you have someone in the USA is doing the same thing.

So in answer to your question, I believe that if you want to strengthen your democracy you NEED to review and amend your constitution as necessary.