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Foundations of republican sovereignty and citizen compact
The text argues that a republic rests on a mutual compact where all citizens renounce despotism and accept equal justice. Representatives cannot exceed the people's power, and sovereignty in a republic is justice not will. The piece contrasts despotic monarchy with republican sovereignty and cites sources from the New Jersey Gazette.
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Dr. Young