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Reform in Parliament Debate on Representation
A House of Commons speaker argues for revising the English representation system. He cites historical precedents from Henry VI to Charles I, notes corruption and unequal boroughs, and recalls Sir Thomas More and Locke. The speech condemns monopolized power, defends majorities as proxies for the people, and urges a constitutional fix aligned with public sentiment and the war with America.
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Wilkes
House of Mnons
England
Phistoria
Isielics
Preleit
Prac
Grinstead
America
Serapay
Shiatl
Henry VI
John Fortescoe
Commons
James
Perlock
Belgein
Nigitacion
Itecinakvital
Ae Braga
Jtwenty
Charles
Darkune
Gutter
Scotiadard
Efipfand
Anere
Ecbers
D&teally
Corinth
Dr.Price
Poftlerhwaite
Bamber
Uta
Adea
Pertone
Angidas
Ini Jadhce
Witdow
Beth
Forte
Locke
Pam Pelider
Fray Nast
Manchester
Leeds
Lown
Herace
County Palatine of
Durham
Anchitell Grey
Thomas Mercy
Sarum
Gatton
Shoreham
Sussex
Giittipas
Middlesex
Faghidt
Brechren
Cockwell
Ireland
York
Birmingham
Moncheler
Sheffield
Great Council
Lottie
Sachs
London
Hue
Enland
Eptelent
Britain