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Repeal of the Test and Corporation Acts debated in Parliament
Debates address whether the Test Act should be repealed, with speakers arguing for toleration and civil rights for Dissenters, Jews, and other groups. They discuss the balance between state interests, religion, and public welfare, referencing historical examples from Ireland France and America, and warning against renewed persecution.
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Gentleman
James II
Pitt
Fox
Scotland
Ireland
England
America
Great Britain
Weither
France
Nantz
A&t
Beaufoy
Teath
Mr. Pitt
Anne
House of Hanover
Martin
Powys
Mr. Beaufoy
Athens
Tolevasion
Eiloffon
Hoadley
Baya
Thake
Chatham
House of Lords
Diffinters
George Gavile
Sir George Savile
Difzason
Lfe
Felts
Honsor
Ledeto
Church of England
Church of Romé
Kirk of
Church
George Gordon
Spark