How feeble is the argument, that, because Governor Bullock was chosen Governor and the Legislature commenced its session at a given date now past, therefore in this process of Reconstruction the constitutional term of the Governor and of the Legislature must be limited to two years from that date!
Sumner critiques the flawed reasoning behind limiting the terms of office during Reconstruction, advocating for a more nuanced understanding of governance.
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