Manual of Parliamentary Practice: Rules of Proceeding and Debate in Deliberative Assemblies (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Luther Stearns Cushing

 
9780259904649: Manual of Parliamentary Practice: Rules of Proceeding and Debate in Deliberative Assemblies (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book is an extensive guide to parliamentary procedure and contains advice on how to organize and efficiently run a deliberative assembly. The author's guidance on issues such as making motions, raising points of order, and conducting debates is designed to help individuals navigate parliamentary settings. Originally compiled for a larger work on parliamentary law and practice, this standalone volume has been excerpted for the benefit of those who are new to this field. The author focuses on common parliamentary procedures in legislative bodies, offering rules and orders on a range of topics including the role of the presiding officer, methods of voting, decorum during debate, and how to form and utilize committees. This book offers a comprehensive resource for members of committees, clubs, or any organization seeking to operate smoothly and effectively.

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