It is closely linked with the 1st amendment.
Both houses of Congress must adopt a proposed amendment with a 2/3 vote or by a convention of states duly called by congress under Article V of the Constitution must adopt a proposed amendment.
First amendment, freedom of speech, press, and religion, assemble, etc.
It's first (which was intended when the framers were writing it) which proves its importance.
The loss of potential gain from other alternatives when one alternative is chosen
