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A still more mischievous and alarming project is, that of making a new Constitution for Connecticut.
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gutenberg.orgDavid Daggett: “A still more mischievous and alarming project is, that of making a new Constitution for Connecticut.”
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Daggett expresses concern over a proposed new Constitution for Connecticut, viewing it as a dangerous initiative.
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On similar principles a wise people regard the conduct of other nations, and are solemnly admonished by their example.
If no benefits will result--if much evil will probably ensue--the course of duty and interest is plain.
She boldly proclaimed herself the example of the world, and all nations were invited to see her glory, and enjoy her blessed liberty and her glorious equality.
The people swore eternal hatred to Monarchy, and eternal fidelity to Constitutions, till, heaven, weary of their perjuries, sent them a despot in his wrath.
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