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The Debates, Resolutions, and Other Proceedings, of the Convention of Delegates: Assembled at Portland on the 11th, and Continued Until the 29th Day ... the State of Maine; To Which Is Prefixed t - Softcover
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Debates from Maine’s founding convention illuminate how a new state shaped its government.
This volume compiles the proceedings of the 1819 Portland convention as delegates wrestle with representation, the balance between the house and senate, and the costs of a separate government. It offers a window into the practical debates that accompanied Maine’s move toward statehood and constitution.
- See how the convention grapples with senate size and representation by county, population, and budget.
- Follow committee discussions and the drafting of key articles in the legislative powers section.
- Read about the process of amending sections, debating age and eligibility for senators, and planning a new government.
- Get a sense of the tone and approaches of early American constitutional design, including concerns about expense and practical governance.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents the proceedings of the convention that framed the Constitution of the State of Maine. The assembly, composed of venerable figures in Maine's history, convened in 1819, tasked with the momentous duty of establishing the state's foundational document. The document provides a rare glimpse into the ideals and aspirations of the era, capturing debates and compromises that shaped the state's political landscape. The author meticulously records the deliberations on fundamental democratic principles, the separation of powers, and the protection of individual rights, offering insights into the birth of Maine's distinct legal identity. Through its pages, readers witness the forging of a framework that has guided Maine's governance for centuries, underscoring the enduring significance of this historical convention. 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 # 9781332963379_0
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