Download or read book A More Perfect Constitution written by Larry J. Sabato and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2010-07-23 with total page 353 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The reader can't help but hold out hope that maybe someday, some of these sweeping changes could actually bring the nation's government out of its intellectual quagmire...his lively, conversational tone and compelling examples make the reader a more than willing student for this updated civics lesson." --The Hill The political book of the year, from the acclaimed founder and director of the Center for politics at the University of Virginia. A More Perfect Constitution presents creative and dynamic proposals from one of the most visionary and fertile political minds of our time to reinvigorate our Constitution and American governance at a time when such change is urgently needed, given the growing dysfunction and unfairness of our political system . Combining idealism and pragmatism, and with full respect for the original document, Larry Sabato's thought-provoking ideas range from the length of the president's term in office and the number and terms of Supreme Court justices to the vagaries of the antiquated Electoral College, and a compelling call for universal national service-all laced through with the history behind each proposal and the potential impact on the lives of ordinary people. Aware that such changes won't happen easily, but that the original Framers fully expected the Constitution to be regularly revised, Sabato urges us to engage in the debate and discussion his ideas will surely engender. During an election year, no book is more relevant or significant than this.

Download or read book The Federalist Papers written by Alexander Hamilton and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2018-08-20 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Classic Books Library presents this brand new edition of “The Federalist Papers”, a collection of separate essays and articles compiled in 1788 by Alexander Hamilton. Following the United States Declaration of Independence in 1776, the governing doctrines and policies of the States lacked cohesion. “The Federalist”, as it was previously known, was constructed by American statesman Alexander Hamilton, and was intended to catalyse the ratification of the United States Constitution. Hamilton recruited fellow statesmen James Madison Jr., and John Jay to write papers for the compendium, and the three are known as some of the Founding Fathers of the United States. Alexander Hamilton (c. 1755–1804) was an American lawyer, journalist and highly influential government official. He also served as a Senior Officer in the Army between 1799-1800 and founded the Federalist Party, the system that governed the nation’s finances. His contributions to the Constitution and leadership made a significant and lasting impact on the early development of the nation of the United States.

Download or read book Shall the Proposed New Constitution be Adopted written by Chicago Bureau of Public Efficiency (Chicago, Ill.) and published by . This book was released on 1922 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Proposed Constitution of the State of New York and Resolution of the Constitutional Convention Submitting the Proposed New Constitution to the Electors of the State written by New York (State). Constitutional Convention and published by . This book was released on 1967 with total page 87 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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Download or read book Text Abstract and Highlights of Proposed Constitution of the State of New York written by New York (State). Constitutional Convention and published by . This book was released on 1967 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Proposed Constitution for the State of New York written by New York (State). Constitution and published by . This book was released on 1846* with total page 8 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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Download or read book A Proposed New Constitution for the United States written by James Columbus West and published by . This book was released on 1890 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Constitution Making in New York written by Samuel McCune Lindsay and published by . This book was released on 1915 with total page 12 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Shall the Proposed New Constitution Be Adopted written by and published by . This book was released on 2015-08-05 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Shall the Proposed New Constitution Be Adopted?: Propostition to Be Voted Upon at a Special Election December 12, 1922 The Chicago Bureau of Public Efficiency functions primarily in matters relating to local government in Chicago and Cook county. It is especially interested in the provisions of the proposed new constitution bearing upon the governmental situation in this community. However, the welfare of Chicago is concerned not only with local provisions but with all important provisions in which this city has a common interest with other parts of the state. In the accompanying statement, therefore, the Bureau reviews the new document as a whole, setting forth its reasons for concluding that the best interests of the state and of Chicago will be advanced if the voters approve the proposed constitution. In another publication recently issued, entitled "The Proposed New Constitution for Illinois," the Bureau prints the text of the proposed new constitution, with extensive explanatory comments, and the text of the constitution of 1870, with cross references to the new instrument. It is designed especially to meet the needs of writers, speakers, and others who may wish thoroughly to familiarize themselves with the details of the changes made. Until the limited edition of that publication is exhausted, any citizen of Illinois may secure a copy free of cost by writing to the Chicago Bureau of Public Efficiency, 315 Plymouth Court, Chicago. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Download or read book Proposed Amendments of the Constitutional Convention of the State of New York 1915 written by New York (State). Constitutional Convention and published by . This book was released on 1915 with total page 1496 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book A Constitution for Aotearoa New Zealand written by Andrew Butler and published by . This book was released on 2016-09-21 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New Zealand needs a constitution that is easy to understand, reflects our shared identity and nationhood, protects rights and liberties, and prevents governments from abusing power. The current constitution is vague, jumbled and unclear. It can be easily overridden or changed according to political whim. This book aims to change that. It proposes a modern, codified constitution that is accessible and clear, and it aims to stimulate debate about who we are as a nation and how we should be governed--so we can forge enduring arrangements now, instead of waiting for a crisis to force our hand. While A Constitution for Aotearoa New Zealand proposes some important changes, it is at pains to preserve the sound elements of our past and our unique constitutional culture. The authors conclude by seeking your feedback on their proposals, which will be reflected in a second edition to be published in 2017. Ultimately this book is an impassioned plea for government to be transparent, accountable, responsive, and reflect the values of all New Zealanders.

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Download or read book Oregon Blue Book written by Oregon. Office of the Secretary of State and published by . This book was released on 1895 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: