Observations Upon the Doctrine, Lately Advanced, That His Majesty's Council Have No Constitutional Power to Control Individual Appropriations, or to ... of the Body, on the Questions of Granting - Softcover
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Excerpt from Observations Upon the Doctrine, Lately Advanced, That His Majesty's Council Have No Constitutional Power to Control Individual Appropriations, or to Amend or Alter Money Bills: With a Few Remarks Upon the Conduct of the Body, on the Questions of Granting Encouragement to Common Schools, and a Permanent Provision to the Pictou Academy
From the bottom of my soul I abhor the principle propagated by Machiavel, in his book entitled The Prince, which not inaptly has been styled the Pri mer of Kings. I confess that I glory, as a British.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores a central debate of how governmental power should be structured and wielded. The author explores the struggle that took place within the Legislative Assembly of Nova Scotia in the 1830s over whether the Governor's Council should retain its ability to veto legislation. The Assembly was controlled by a small, but vocal, group of what the author terms "radical reformers" who sought to "transfer⦠minute and wholesome controul, now enjoyed by the Council, into the hands of the Executive". The author provides a detailed account of the debate, which provides a fascinating glimpse into the political dynamics of the time and offers valuable insights into the nature of representative government. The author presents a vigorous defence of the Council's role, arguing that it acts as a vital check on the power of the Assembly and helps to ensure that the interests of all Nova Scotians are taken into account. He also provides a broader historical context, tracing the development of the Council from its origins in the colonial era to its role in the developing political system of 19th-century Nova Scotia. Ultimately, the author's analysis highlights the importance of checks and balances in any system of government, and provides a timely reminder of the challenges and complexities of representative democracy. 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 # 9781528042512_0
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