Thomas Hart Benton's Remarks to the Senate on the Expunging Resolution (eBook)

Enriched edition. A Senate Speech on Political Reform and Moral Imperatives

Thomas Hart Benton (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2020
106 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406609213-9 (EAN)

Infos

In "Thomas Hart Benton's Remarks to the Senate on the Expunging Resolution," Benton emerges as a pivotal figure in the political landscape of early 19th-century America, delivering a passionate defense against what he perceived as an affront to democracy. Through eloquent rhetoric and incisive reasoning, Benton addresses the contentious political climate surrounding the resolution to expunge the censure of President Andrew Jackson, illustrating the intricate connections between partisan interests and the preservation of executive authority. His literary style, marked by fervor and clarity, invites readers to reflect on the broader implications of political accountability and historical memory in shaping national identity. Thomas Hart Benton, a prominent senator from Missouri and a steadfast ally of Andrew Jackson, was deeply influenced by his fervent belief in Jacksonian democracy and states' rights. His personal experiences, coupled with the political turbulence of his time, motivated him to engage robustly in these debates, defending not just Jackson but the very tenets of the republic itself. Benton's legislative career and his dedication to the expansion of democracy resonate throughout the text, offering historical insights rooted in personal conviction. This book is essential reading for those interested in American political history, offering a unique perspective on the complexities of governance and the role of passionate public servitude. Benton's articulate discourse is not only a reflection of his time but also serves as a timeless commentary on the dynamics of power, making it a must-read for historians, political scientists, and engaged citizens alike.

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Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.3.2020
• Einführung: Quentin Sharp
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Quentin Sharp
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► 20. Jahrhundert bis 1945
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Politik / Verwaltung ► Politische Systeme
• Schlagworte: 1767-1845 • 1837-1841 • 19th century politics • advocacy in governance • American History • American Literature • Andrew • Benton's eloquence • congressional address • government controversies • government debate • historical speech • historical speeches • Jackson • Legislative reform • Political oratory • political rhetoric • Politics and government • Public speaking • rhetorical persuasion • senate debates • senate resolution • Senate speech • Thomas Hart Benton • United States