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Reform of Representation In Parliament Debate
A heated Commons session centers on parliamentary reform. Mr Flood proposes adding 100 members elected by housekeepers to widen representation, challenging current property based seats, while opponents urge caution and question practical aims amid fears of innovation and unsettled public mood. The debate cites Middlesex, American War, and France to weigh reform risks and benefits.
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Furance
France
Charles I
James II
Middlesex
House of Commons
Lord Chatham
City of London
Bishop Sherlock
Flood
England
Crown
House of Lords
Wyndham
Moyer
Tcmple
Rhames
James Johnstone
Powys
W. W. Grenville
Briely
House of Cormmons
Colonel Phipps
Fox
Wilberforce
Fred
Elouse
Mr. Fox
Islad
Burke
Brnend
Courievaxs
Mr. Martin
Joseph Mawhey
Alersman Sawbridge
Milnes
Dencombey
W. Smith