Federal Powers Clash as Congress Presses District Mandate
A heated debate questions Congress power to force state legislatures to divide states into single congressional districts. The speaker argues such a mandate echoes the old Confederation, undermines federal balance, and threatens state sovereignty by directing how states elect representatives. He warns the bill could dissolve Union and insists Congress act directly on people, not via state laws.
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Congress
Iles
Mississippi
Coun
Pennsylvania
Supreme Court of the United States
Henderson
United States
Supreme Judicial Tribunal
New York
Mr. Wright
Seach House
House
Kentucky
South Carolina
Messrs. Crittenden and
Preston
Itelf
Lehall
House of Representatives
New Jersey
Missouri
Pearsylvan
Debate Over Congressional Districting and State Obligations
A Pennsylvania speaker argues against federal coercion to force state legislatures to adopt districting for House elections. He warns the second section would centralize power, threaten constitutional balance, and provoke nationwide conflict if states resist. He urges Congress to respect state sovereignty and avoid invoking extreme remedies.
A Plea Against General Ticket in National Apportionment
The speaker warns of dangers from adopting a general-ticket system, arguing state choice preserves balance. He cites Alabama and New Hampshire, notes Senate equality, and urges delaying the Pennsylvania apportionment bill to avoid broader political strife.
Buchanan Speech on Apportionment Dictating State Elections
The speech by Jas Buchanan of Pennsylvania condemns Congress for dictating how states elect representatives under the apportionment bill. It argues the danger of federal overreach, cites New Hampshire Georgia Louisiana Missouri Massachusetts South Carolina Virginia Rhode Island, and urges states to resist unconstitutional power. The article emphasizes preserving state constitutions and opposing Congress.
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New Hampshire
House of Representaives
Senate
House
Virginia
Mr. Rives
Democratic Party
Alabama
Congress
Mr. Buchanan
Jas. Buchanan
Pennsylvania
Buchanan
Georgia
Louisiana
Missouri
Massachusetts
South Carolina
Rhode Island
United States
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