Walter Bagehot: “The natural tendency of the members of every legislature is to make…”

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The natural tendency of the members of every legislature is to make themselves conspicuous.

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Walter Bagehot

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Bagehot notes the inherent desire of legislators to stand out and be recognized.

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Walter Bagehot: “The natural tendency of the members of every legislature is to make themselves conspicuous.”