9780265139554 - A Historical and Legal Digest of All the Contested Election Cases in the House of Representatives of the United States From the First to the Fifty-Sixth Congress, 1... (3 risultati)

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PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating yet largely uncharted territory of Congressional contested election cases, examining a unique body of law that has shaped American political history for over a century. The author meticulously explores the precedents set by the House Committee on Elections, which served as the nucleus of the entire committee system in Congress. This committee, established by the First Congress, has been uniquely positioned as the sole arbiter of contested election disputes, establishing a distinct body of law that has served as a crucial guide for Congressional practice and procedure. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Committee's rulings and the House's actions upon them, highlighting the evolution of electoral law and practice over time. The author goes beyond mere compilation, offering a detailed analysis of the cases, their historical context, and the legal principles they established. This book reveals the intricate workings of American democracy at its most fundamental level, offering valuable insights into the checks and balances inherent in the system of government. This groundbreaking work offers a rich and unparalleled resource for anyone seeking to understand the evolution of American elections and the legal frameworks that govern them. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.