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Patriots and Constituents Debate Tobacco Excise Bill
A long argument argues Members may vote for the proposed tobacco excise reform if it serves the public good and respects constituent instructions. The piece defends parliamentary duty, warns against blanket forbidding of votes, and contends that rational motives and constitutional care justify supporting the bill despite anti excise concerns. It also discusses frauds, taxpayer burdens, and the balance between popular instruction and elected duty. International updates follow about Prussia and Poland.
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House of Commons
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