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Quarantine Control; State or National? The Question: A Speech Delivered Before the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Louisiana, New Orleans, La., ... the Senate and House of Representatives in Co - Softcover
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A penetrating look at how the United States could defend its ports and economy from disease, through a historic debate on state vs. national authority.
This is a nonfiction work that presents a speech given to Louisiana's Chamber of Commerce in 1893. It argues for a strong national role in maritime and interstate health, while examining the limits of state power. The text traces legal theories, constitutional questions, and practical proposals for a national quarantine system.
- Explore the who, what, and why of quarantines in the late 19th century.
- Understand the tension between state sovereignty and federal power in public health.
- See how political, economic, and scientific concerns shaped policy ideas.
- Learn about proposed structures for a federal health bureau and its envisioned duties.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, delivered by a seasoned doctor, delves into the historical debate surrounding the powers of federal and state governments in the crucial matter of quarantine defense. The author presents a compelling case for a nationally controlled quarantine system, referencing a history of mismanaged local control and citing precedents set by rulings of the Supreme Court. The author goes on to meticulously dissect the recently proposed Harris bill and Rayner bill presented to Congress to illustrate the pros and cons of shifting quarantine control. Their close analysis and presentation of viable alternatives offer valuable insights into this ongoing debate. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780656131495_0
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