Walter Bagehot: “At such times government by a public meeting displays its inherent…”

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At such times government by a public meeting displays its inherent defects, and is little restrained by its necessary checks.

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Walter Bagehot

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This quote points out the flaws in governance through public meetings, emphasizing the lack of necessary checks and balances.

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Walter Bagehot: “At such times government by a public meeting displays its inherent defects, and is little restrained by its necessary…”