Principles of Law and Government (Classic Reprint): With an Inquiry Into the Justice and Policy of the Present War, and Most Effectual Means of ... and Advantageous Peace (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Foundations of Law and Government presents a clear case for balanced constitutions and civic duty as the bedrock of liberty and peace.

It argues that law should serve justice, restrain power, and adapt to changing circumstances without sacrificing essential rights. This edition surveys how laws, courts, and public institutions shape a free state. It emphasizes the dangers of standing armies, unchecked executive power, and the temptations of corruption, while offering grounded proposals for electoral reform, militia organization, and judicial safeguards.

• Learn why law and government should evolve with society, not stand still.
• See arguments for limiting executive power and protecting individual rights.
• Explore ideas on representation, voting, and public accountability.
• Understand the role of juries and due process in safeguarding liberty.

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