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The principles of a free constitution are irrecoverably lost, when

The principles of a free constitution are irrecoverably lost, when the legislative power is nominated by the executive. – Edward Gibbon

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The urgent consideration of the public safety may undoubtedly authorize the violation of every positive law. How far that or any other consideration may operate to dissolve the natural obligations of humanity and justice, is a doctrine of which I still desire to remain ignorant. – Edward Gibbon

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