The fate of Ireland would be that of America, if an uncontrolled Judiciary were allowed to carry out, without fear of impeachment, the will of a high-handed President, in order to win the preferments he had to offer.
Beveridge warns that an unchecked judiciary could lead to the downfall of democracy, drawing parallels between Ireland and America.
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In argument and reasoning he was the equal if not the superior of Madison himself; and his grim personality made the meek one of Madison seem tender in comparison.
The genius of the Constitution, and the opinions of the people of the United States, cannot be overruled by those who administer the Government.
Is not liberty secure with us, where the people hold all powers in their own hands, and delegate them cautiously, for short periods, to their servants, who are accountable for the smallest mal-administration?...
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