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Treason and the Boundaries of Justice in a Parliamentary Debate
The speaker denounces treason as any act seeking to subvert government or destroy state security. He argues those entrusted with wealth and happiness must defend the realm, and that traitors deserve death and confiscation, with the people bearing the cost of punishment. He warns against special powers and insists on inquiry by a higher tribunal and general justice.
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