Manual of Parliamentary Practice, Composed Originally for the Use of the Senate of the United States: With References to the Practice and Rules of the House of Representatives (Classic Reprint) - Tapa blanda

Manual of Parliamentary Practice (Classic Reprint)

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book captures a remarkable moment in the development of American democracy, describing the rules and procedures that the US Senate inherited from both English common law and its own unique experience. The author traces the origins of these rules back to their roots in Parliament, illustrating how they were adapted to fit the needs of the new nation. The text goes beyond a simple recitation of rules, delving into the debates and decisions that shaped their development, providing insights into the values and priorities of the founding fathers. The book presents both the formal rules and the unwritten norms and practices that together dictate how the Senate operates, shedding light on the delicate balance between majority rule and minority rights. Ultimately, this comprehensive analysis reveals the profound impact of these rules on the character and functioning of the US Senate, making it an invaluable resource for students of American government, history, and law. 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. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781528058018_0

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