| 单词 | legislative assembly |
| 例句 | Throughout 1932, the Hitler Youth campaigned heartily to get Nazis elected to the Reichstag, the legislative assembly or Parliament of Germany. Hitler Youth: Growing Up in Hitler's Shadow 2005-04-01T00:00:00Z “Women who had never before heard their own voices in a public meeting discussed points of law and constitution in a manner that would have done credit to any legislative assembly.” Votes for Women! 2018-02-13T00:00:00Z The military government named an interim legislative assembly on Thursday and it is expected to hold its inaugural sitting on Aug. 7. Thai surrogate says unaware twin had Downs until late in pregnancy 2014-08-03T04:00:00Z Fould was minister of finance; Hugo was in the constitutional and legislative assembly. 'Les Miz' star has family ties to Victor Hugo 2012-12-18T17:16:04Z "We consider security throughout the country to be an absolute priority," Col Malick Diaw, a senior figure in the junta, told the interim legislative assembly earlier this month. Mali crisis: Life in Timbuktu and Gao under siege by Islamist fighters 2023-10-07T04:00:00Z Voting is constitutionally mandated within 90 days of the dissolution of a legislative assembly. Pakistan govt and judiciary in new standoff amid economic turmoil 2023-04-13T04:00:00Z Chief Justice Sadaqat Hussain Raja, who headed a panel of four judges, told a packed courtroom that Ilyas "stands disqualified from being the member of the legislative assembly and ceases to hold any public office". Pakistan-administered Kashmir's PM sacked by court in contempt case 2023-04-11T04:00:00Z "We want elections. No more, no less," PTI's Chaudhry told reporters when asked about Punjab's decision to dissolve its legislative assembly. Pakistan province calls for local assembly to be dissolved in win for former PM Khan 2023-01-13T05:00:00Z Justice Thomas wrote that states remained free to ban guns in sensitive places, giving a few examples: schools, government buildings, legislative assemblies, polling places and courthouses. Supreme Court Leaves New York’s New Gun Law in Place for Now 2023-01-11T05:00:00Z The ruling also affirmed the principle of allowing states and local governments to ban guns in “sensitive places”; as examples, it cited legislative assemblies, polling places and courthouses. A Heavily Armed Man Caused Panic at a Supermarket. But Did He Break the Law? 2023-01-02T05:00:00Z He played an important role at the legislative assembly in Vladimir, heading a committee on agrarian policy and ecology. Russian sausage tycoon Pavel Antov dies in Indian hotel fall 2022-12-27T05:00:00Z Forty-five seats are needed to form a majority government in the 88-seat Victorian legislative assembly. Progressives returned for third term in Australia's Victoria state poll 2022-11-26T05:00:00Z Four years ago, Labor returned to power in a landslide, winning just under two-thirds in the 88-seat Victorian legislative assembly. Australia's Victoria state election tightens with Labor ahead in polls 2022-11-25T05:00:00Z “There are legislative provisions that could alter this legal structure in North Dakota if enacted by a future legislative assembly, but they are not yet before me,” Wrigley wrote. North Dakota AG: Poll workers can’t demand citizenship proof 2022-10-27T04:00:00Z It also blocked the appointment of a Speaker, rendering the legislative assembly unable to meet, form committees or hold ministers to account in the assembly chamber. Q&A: Is Northern Ireland going back to the polls? 2022-10-25T04:00:00Z There is still no Northern Ireland Executive, and the legislative assembly cannot function. Rishi Sunak: The most urgent problems facing the new prime minister 2022-10-24T04:00:00Z The DUP has blocked the functioning of Northern Ireland's legislative assembly and governing executive because it believes the protocol undermines Northern Ireland's position within the UK. NI Protocol: Conor Burns 'bullish' over protocol progress 2022-10-05T04:00:00Z Phillip Brett, a Democratic Unionist member of Northern Ireland’s legislative assembly, said that “to draw political conclusions based on the number of Protestants and Catholics is simplistic and lazy.” Catholics Outnumber Protestants in Northern Ireland for the First Time 2022-09-22T04:00:00Z The statement came in response to an earlier plea from the Framework calling on the parliament to convene, a move al-Sadr’s supporters prevented by storming the legislative assembly in July. Political crisis continues in Baghdad after bloody clashes 2022-08-31T04:00:00Z The party is refusing to nominate a deputy first minister until the protocol is changed, meaning a decision-making executive cannot be formed and the legislative assembly cannot operate. Tory leadership: Candidates battle for votes in Northern Ireland 2022-08-17T04:00:00Z The party is refusing to nominate a deputy first minister until the post-Brexit trading arrangements are changed, meaning a decision-making executive cannot be formed and the legislative assembly cannot operate. Cost of living: Chancellor pledges to bring energy discount scheme to NI 2022-08-10T04:00:00Z He or she is elected by the members of both the houses of parliament and of the legislative assemblies of states and federally-administered union territories. Droupadi Murmu: The woman who is India's first tribal president 2022-07-21T04:00:00Z The extension passed by 67 votes in favour and 15 against in the legislative assembly, where allies of President Nayib Bukele are in the majority. El Salvador gangs: State of emergency extended again 2022-07-20T04:00:00Z The president in India is chosen by an electoral college that consists of lawmakers in both houses of Parliament and elected members of the legislative assemblies of all states. Indian lawmakers vote for president, likely a tribal woman 2022-07-17T04:00:00Z Politics in India has once again moved from legislative assemblies to luxurious hotels. Maharashtra crisis: Why resorts often decide political fates in India 2022-06-23T04:00:00Z Thomas said that the historical record shows legislative assemblies, polling places and courthouses could also be sensitive places. After Supreme Court gun decision, what’s next? 2022-06-23T04:00:00Z Justice Thomas wrote that states remain free to ban guns in sensitive places, giving a few examples: schools, government buildings, legislative assemblies, polling places and courthouses. Supreme Court strikes down New York law limiting guns in public. 2022-06-23T04:00:00Z The former head of Venezuela’s legislative assembly, Guaidó was recognized by the Trump administration in January 2019 as Venezuela’s legitimate president. Biden-hosted Americas summit facing boycott over invitation list 2022-05-11T04:00:00Z Of the 90 politicians elected last week, 18 are entering the legislative assembly for the first time. NI Secretary of State Brandon Lewis to meet political leaders 2022-05-08T04:00:00Z Fervent opposition prevented Penn from collecting most quitrents, while the Lower Counties gained their own legislative assembly and eventually became the separate colony of Delaware. Building the American Republic, Volume 2 2018-01-18T00:00:00Z The breakaway congregations are keeping their church property thanks to a “conscience clause” the group’s legislative assembly enacted in 2019. Scores of congregations quit United Methodist Church over gay clergy, same-sex marriage 2022-02-11T05:00:00Z All 57 seats of the unicameral legislative assembly are also up for grabs. Costa Ricans head to polls, largely undecided, as runoff expected 2022-02-06T05:00:00Z Poots’ decision comes amid political tensions in Northern Ireland ahead of elections for the regional legislative assembly that are set to take place in May. N. Ireland officials seek advice on halt of Brexit checks 2022-02-03T05:00:00Z Elections to the legislative assembly have not been held since, and top political leaders are frequently detained. Kashmir Press Club closure is the latest blow to media freedom in the conflict-torn region, journalists say 2022-01-23T05:00:00Z The monument stands adjacent to the state’s legislative assembly. Tarnished Gold: Aircraft, fuel key to illegal Amazon mining 2022-01-10T05:00:00Z The excavation unearthed ruins of a building with cups made of chalkstone, a material deemed appropriate for Jewish religious rites, pointing to the presence of the exiled Sanhedrin legislative assembly, the Israel Antiquities Authority said. Ritual cups, cemetery shed light on ancient Jewish retreat at Yavne 2021-11-29T05:00:00Z The vote is being held alongside elections for regional governors and local legislative assemblies. Pro-Putin ruling party seeks new majority as Russia votes 2021-09-17T04:00:00Z Monday, Sept. 20, follows two contentious legislative assemblies that saw Republicans prevail with the passage of an elections integrity measure despite House Democrats breaking quorum for 38 days in Washington, D.C. Texas Gov. Abbott calls third special session for redistricting, vaccines, female sports 2021-09-08T04:00:00Z Bukele, 40, often described as Latin America's first millennial president, announced the initiative in Miami in June; El Salvador’s legislative assembly pushed it through in a few hours. El Salvador is now the world’s largest bitcoin experiment. Many Salvadorans say they want no part in it. 2021-09-07T04:00:00Z He was elected to Jammu and Kashmir's legislative assembly. India clamps down on Kashmir after separatist leader’s death 2021-09-02T04:00:00Z Opponents say they fear that if lawmakers from Mr Bukele's party win a big majority in the legislative assembly, this will threaten the separation of powers and eliminate checks on the presidency. El Salvador polls: More power for President Nayib Bukele? 2021-02-27T05:00:00Z It says a governor can’t “may restrict “the use or expenditure of any money appropriated by the legislative assembly.” North Dakota Legislature wants limits on executive orders 2021-01-07T05:00:00Z China’s opportunistic move to debilitate Hong Kong’s legislative assembly last week by expelling opposition politicians was a stark warning to Democrats and Republicans alike. US poll chaos is a boon for the enemies of democracy the whole world over 2020-11-15T05:00:00Z Stenehjem disagrees, saying “the Constitution provides that the Legislative branch, not the Executive branch, has the authority to fill a vacancy in the legislative assembly.” Burgum asks for outside counsel on legislative appointment 2020-11-11T05:00:00Z NDP was leading in 54 out of the 87 seats in the BC legislative assembly, CBC News said, with 44 seats required to form the government. Left-leaning NDP projected to form majority British Columbia government: CBC 2020-10-25T04:00:00Z Boycotting could make the situation in Tanzania worse as Magufuli’s allies would have no challenge for seats in the legislative assembly or local assemblies. Tanzanian opposition leader urges united front ahead of vote 2020-07-18T04:00:00Z The mayor would become governor and the city council would perform as a legislative assembly. House passes DC statehood bill: Here’s how it would work 2020-06-26T04:00:00Z The coronavirus pandemic forced other legislative assemblies and parliaments around the world to allow members to vote from home. SpaceX and the House of Representatives shared something in common last week 2020-05-31T04:00:00Z The Supreme Court ruled these detentions unconstitutional without the legislative assembly passing a law establishing due process. El Salvador leader fights crime and virus, amid criticism 2020-04-28T04:00:00Z Morales, who is the key link between Alvarado and the legislative assembly, resigned after being grilled by that body over the creation of the data unit. Costa Rica presidency rocked by data collection scandal 2020-03-04T05:00:00Z As part of the negotiations, the governor obtained an agreement that the increase be postponed one year, meaning the proposal only landed this month in the state’s legislative assembly. In Brazil, fears that violent police strike could spread 2020-02-22T05:00:00Z The sanctions come as the administration campaign to force Maduro from office and replace him with Juan Guaidó, the elected head of Venezuela’s legislative assembly, passed the one-year mark with little apparent progress. Trump administration targets Russian company for allegedly helping Venezuela export oil 2020-02-18T05:00:00Z The United States was the first country to recognize Guaidó, the elected leader of the country’s legislative assembly, as Venezuela’s legitimate president after accusing Maduro of corruption and electoral fraud. Trump meets with Venezuelan opposition leader, but his interest in the issue has waned 2020-02-05T05:00:00Z Senate workers toiled over the past few days, reconfiguring the Senate floor so it’s set up more like a courtroom than a legislative assembly. Reporter's Notebook: How Trump's impeachment trial could play out in the Senate 2020-01-19T05:00:00Z The legislative assembly's 90 members held their first sitting on Saturday, during which new executive ministers were appointed. PMs to visit NI to mark Stormont return 2020-01-13T05:00:00Z Modi took the stage at a rally in the capital, launching his Bharatiya Janata party’s campaign for New Delhi legislative assembly elections in February, and quickly turned to the contentious new law. Narendra Modi defends contentious citizenship law amid protests 2019-12-22T05:00:00Z Some MPs also hugged each other on the floor of the legislative assembly. Australia state legalises voluntary assisted dying 2019-12-10T05:00:00Z In recent weeks, Maduro’s government has also sought to unseat Guaidó as the legislative assembly chief — a position on which his recognition by the United States and others as the legitimate president is based. Trump meets with Venezuelan opposition leader, but his interest in the issue has waned 2020-02-05T05:00:00Z Morales noted that the legislative assembly was required by law to vote on his resignation. Bolivia’s Evo Morales Wants to Stay in the Game 2019-11-20T05:00:00Z The opposition politician said she would convene the legislative assembly later on Monday to be confirmed as interim president. Unrest in Bolivia follows president's resignation 2019-11-11T05:00:00Z A year and a half later, the country’s Supreme Electoral Tribunal – chosen by a legislative assembly dominated by Morales’ party – ruled that denying his candidacy was an infringement of his human rights. ‘Democracy in Bolivia has two faces’: ambivalence as Evo Morales seeks fourth term 2019-10-17T04:00:00Z Last month, Donald Trump travelled to nearby Jamestown to celebrate the 400th anniversary of the first representative legislative assembly. Point Comfort: where slavery in America began 400 years ago 2019-08-14T04:00:00Z The cabinet and the sovereign council will meet together on Sept. 1, ahead of the appointment of a legislative assembly in three months. Sudan factions initial pact ushering in transitional government 2019-08-04T04:00:00Z She also did not have a quorum in Bolivia’s legislative assembly, a legal requirement for such proceedings. Bolivia’s Evo Morales Wants to Stay in the Game 2019-11-20T05:00:00Z Rosselló will convene a special session of Puerto Rico’s legislative assembly on Thursday to seek confirmation of the appointment. Puerto Rico’s ousted governor names Pedro Pierluisi as next leader 2019-07-31T04:00:00Z The president’s speech focused on the first legislative assembly founded in 1619 in Jamestown, Va. Dem lawmaker who disrupted Trump speech has history of anti-Israel remarks 2019-07-30T04:00:00Z Trump went to Jamestown in Virginia on Tuesday to commemorate 400 years of democracy in the US at an event to mark the first meeting of a representative legislative assembly in the western hemisphere. Black leaders boycott Trump visit over 'racist, xenophobic rhetoric' 2019-07-30T04:00:00Z President Donald Trump, under fire in Washington for verbal attacks on racial minority lawmakers, condemned American slavery on Tuesday at the 400th anniversary of the first legislative assembly in Virginia. Trump condemns slavery in Jamestown speech amid controversy over... 2019-07-30T04:00:00Z The first legislative assembly in Jamestown in 1619 formed the basis of today’s representative system of government in the U.S. The Latest: Celebrating American democracy’s 400th birthday 2019-07-30T04:00:00Z The convening of the legislative assembly in 1619 formed the basis of today’s representative system of government in the U.S. Black Virginia lawmakers to boycott Trump’s Jamestown visit 2019-07-29T04:00:00Z Ibraheem Samirah, a Virginia state delegate, interrupted Trump’s event commemorating the 400th anniversary of the first legislative assembly in the U.S. by shouting: “You can’t send us back! Virginia is our home!” Dem lawmaker who disrupted Trump speech has history of anti-Israel remarks 2019-07-30T04:00:00Z Tuesday marks the 400th anniversary of the first meeting of the House of Burgesses - the first representative legislative assembly in the Western Hemisphere - at Jamestown, the first permanent English colony in North America. Events in Virginia mark beginnings of American democracy 2019-07-28T04:00:00Z Tuesday marks the 400th anniversary of the first meeting of the House of Burgesses — the first representative legislative assembly in the Western Hemisphere — at Jamestown, the first permanent English colony in North America. Events in Virginia mark beginnings of American democracy 2019-07-28T04:00:00Z The convening of the legislative assembly in nearby Jamestown in 1619 formed the basis of today’s representative system of government in the U.S. Trump to attend event honoring 400 years of US democracy 2019-07-26T04:00:00Z The celebration will honor the 400th anniversary of the opening of the first representative legislative assembly, Virginia’s House of Burgesses. Trump to visit Jamestown to mark 400 years of American democracy 2019-07-26T04:00:00Z “I welcome the process started by the legislative assembly, which I will confront with complete truth,” Rossello said in the video. Thousands expected to demonstrate Monday against Puerto Rico's... 2019-07-22T04:00:00Z The event is commemorating the 400th anniversary of representative government in America with the founding of the House of Burgesses, which was the first representative legislative assembly in America. Virginia lawmakers spar on reported Trump visit to Jamestown 2019-07-20T04:00:00Z The Capitol gift shop is selling T-shirts that say “I survived the 80th legislative assembly,” but that message may be prematurely optimistic. Oregon Republicans remain in ‘undisclosed locations’ as Senate leader suggests climate bill won’t pass 2019-06-25T04:00:00Z He says some of the AAS fellows are senior government officials in their countries or members of their legislative assemblies, and the academy holds observer status in the African Union. Africa’s science academy leads push for ethical data use 2019-06-17T04:00:00Z It’s business as usual at Government House and the legislative assembly, in which pro-Beijing factions have an absolute majority. As a former lawyer, I’m protesting to save the rule of law in Hong Kong | Anonymous 2019-06-13T04:00:00Z This week’s gallery includes armed security at a school in Beverly Hills, Calif.; a scuffle at Hong Kong’s legislative assembly over controversial amendments; and a high-speed car crash at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. PHOTO GALLERY: A selection of pictures from the past week 2019-05-17T04:00:00Z Hong Kong’s legislative assembly descended into chaos on Saturday as lawmakers for and against amendments to the territory’s extradition law clashed over access to the chamber. Hong Kong lawmakers scuffle in parliament 2019-05-11T04:00:00Z That event led the state’s legislative assembly to create a parliamentary inquiry commission, which resulted in the indictment of 226 militia members, as well as affiliated politicians and businesspeople. Rio buildings collapse in working-class neighborhoods where militias hold sway King’s minority government will mark the the first time the island’s legislative assembly has been without a majority since the 1800s. Prince Edward Island elevates Green party to opposition in Canadian first 2019-04-23T04:00:00Z The open space outside the legislative assembly was packed with thousands of people; police used pepper spray and teargas against some protesters; the crowd defended themselves with their umbrellas, goggles and masks. As a former lawyer, I’m protesting to save the rule of law in Hong Kong | Anonymous 2019-06-13T04:00:00Z In the last election, Bevan-Baker’s 2015 seat was the lone Green representation in the province’s legislative assembly, capping 10 previously unsuccessful attempts at winning a seat in Canadian politics. Canada’s Greens eye victory on Prince Edward Island 2019-04-22T04:00:00Z The state is planning several events this year to mark the start of the House of Burgesses in Jamestown, the New World’s first representative legislative assembly. Virginia House releases new website on 400th anniversary 2019-04-19T04:00:00Z Tens of millions of Indonesians voted on Wednesday in the world’s biggest one-day election to choose a president and representatives to national and regional level legislative assemblies. Indonesia president Joko Widodo leads in early vote count: pollster 2019-04-17T04:00:00Z The party also voiced support for a bill that would guarantee women at least a third of seats in the lower house of parliament and the state legislative assemblies. A new mantra for India’s mostly male politicians: Women first 2019-04-10T04:00:00Z Within an hour of the official end of the march, the government announced that our legislative assembly would discuss the bill on 12 June, as scheduled. As a former lawyer, I’m protesting to save the rule of law in Hong Kong | Anonymous 2019-06-13T04:00:00Z The church's top legislative assembly gathers Sunday in St. Louis for a three-day meeting. United Methodists confront possible split over LGBT issues 2019-02-20T05:00:00Z The church’s top legislative assembly gathers Sunday in St. Louis for a three-day meeting. United Methodists confront possible split over LGBT issues 2019-02-20T05:00:00Z Along with LeT, it was involved in attacks in 2001 on the Indian parliament and the Jammu and Kashmir legislative assembly building. Explainer: Jaish-e-Mohammad, the Pakistan-based militants, at heart... 2019-02-15T05:00:00Z This year marks the 400th anniversary of the founding of the House of Burgesses at Jamestown, the New World’s first representative legislative assembly. Virginia lawmakers kick off 2019 legislative session 2019-01-09T05:00:00Z Welcoming the politicians at Downing Street last night, Theresa May said there were more female members of parliaments and legislative assemblies around the world than ever before. World's female MPs gather in London and pledge to form 'giant sisterhood' 2018-11-08T05:00:00Z The new rules will need to be approved by the province’s legislative assembly. Canada's British Columbia introduces new project review rules 2018-11-05T05:00:00Z The House of Burgesses was the New World’s first representative legislative assembly. Virginia kicks off 1619 commemoration 2018-10-18T04:00:00Z It won only ten of the 57 seats in the new legislative assembly in the elections on February 4th. The ills of Latin American democracy 2018-02-08T05:00:00Z A Sinn Fein member of the legislative assembly, he dismisses its previous incarnation as being "founded on arrogance and disrespect". The year when government froze 2018-01-08T05:00:00Z Milena Calderon de Escalon, the former president’s sister and a legislative assembly member who belongs to his right-wing party, the Nationalist Republican Alliance, confirmed his death to the Associated Press. Armando Calderon Sol, first president to lead El Salvador after its civil war, dies at 69 2017-10-10T04:00:00Z Constituent assemblies, unlike legislative assemblies, are set up for the specific purpose of drafting or adopting a constitution. What are Venezuelans voting for and why is it so divisive? - BBC News 2017-07-29T04:00:00Z Three years earlier, the Salvadoran legislative assembly had banned abortion without exception. US anti-abortion group sends cash to support El Salvador's repressive ban 2017-07-27T04:00:00Z In the Wisconsin case, a three-judge panel has ruled that the state’s GOP leadership violated voters’ First Amendment and equal-rights protections through partisan gerrymandering of the state’s legislative assembly districts. Md. redistricting case could stall while Supreme Court hears Wisconsin case 2017-07-13T04:00:00Z Not so, insists Simon Hamilton, a DUP member of the legislative assembly. The year when government froze 2018-01-08T05:00:00Z The nine cross-party deputies are yet to decide whether the bill should be sent to the legislative assembly for a vote, or not. El Salvador teen rape victim sentenced to 30 years in prison after stillbirth 2017-07-06T04:00:00Z Among those arrested was Maxim Reznik, the city's legislative assembly deputy. Russia protests: Opposition leader Alexei Navalny sentenced - BBC News 2017-06-12T04:00:00Z It was the first legislative assembly in America, although the colonists might not have survived long enough to hold it if it weren’t for assistance from Native Americans. ‘400 years is long enough’: Virginia’s ‘first contact’ Indian tribes demand federal recognition 2017-05-26T04:00:00Z These are the issues voters are talking about as British Columbia holds its election for the provincial legislative assembly on Tuesday. Pipelines and Donald Trump: British Columbia Goes to the Polls 2017-05-09T04:00:00Z Campaigners holding banners with the now famous “No to mining, yes to life” slogan celebrated inside and outside the legislative assembly in the capital, San Salvador. El Salvador makes history as first nation to impose blanket ban on metal mining 2017-03-30T04:00:00Z The bill was tabled last summer by the vice-president of the legislative assembly from the ruling Farabundo Martí National Liberation Front. Support building for landmark move to overturn El Salvador's anti-abortion law 2017-03-23T04:00:00Z She denied reports that a third of her party's newly returned members of the legislative assembly wanted her to step down. Theresa May urged to call summit over NI deadlock - BBC News 2017-03-07T05:00:00Z The ruling party said it was considering four ways to allow Morales to run again, including the possibilities of changing the constitution through the legislative assembly or a signature-collection drive. Bolivia's president Evo Morales to run again despite referendum ruling it out 2016-12-17T05:00:00Z In its best moments, Daisey and Daniels argued, the stage is more powerful than any courtroom or legislative assembly — a place where the deepest, most uncomfortable truths sometimes get spoken. News analysis: Theater as safe space? History tells a different story 2016-11-23T05:00:00Z It noted that in 2012, Democrats received 51.4 percent of the statewide vote and won 39 seats in the legislative assembly. Wisconsin legislative map ruled illegally partisan; case will go to Supreme Court 2016-11-21T05:00:00Z The commission is currently considering all the evidence and must then decide whether the bill should be sent to the legislative assembly for a vote. Support building for landmark move to overturn El Salvador's anti-abortion law 2017-03-23T04:00:00Z Wielding shields and pepper spray guns, helmet-clad police formed lines in front of the legislative assembly of Rio de Janeiro state. Brazil police use pepper spray at austerity protest outside Rio parliament 2016-11-16T05:00:00Z While the language of the measure says it is to fund education, healthcare and senior services, the legislative assembly is not bound by a promise. Oregon's voters divided on corporate income tax proposal to fund services 2016-11-04T04:00:00Z Schulz, a German Social Democrat, leads the EU's legislative assembly. EU's Schulz: UK government was unprepared for Brexit vote 2016-09-23T04:00:00Z He is now in the 11th year of his four-year mandate, ruling by decree, with no sitting Palestinian legislative assembly since 2007. Palestinian elections postponed until at least December by court 2016-09-08T04:00:00Z The capital’s municipal legislative assembly passed a motion on Wednesday declaring Mr. Trump “persona non grata.” Donald Trump Eases Terms on Immigration, Trade After Meeting With Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto 2016-08-31T04:00:00Z The Association of Pennsylvania State College and University Faculties said an emergency legislative assembly was scheduled after no progress was made in talks Friday with the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education. Faculty union to mull strike authorization in August 2016-06-25T04:00:00Z The incident took place near the legislative assembly in the state capital, Dehradun last month, during a protest against the state government. 'Attacked' India police horse dies - BBC News 2016-04-20T04:00:00Z The five-member oversight board would operate within the Puerto Rican government but is not subject to the control of the governor or legislative assembly. House Republicans’ draft legislation designed to save Puerto Rico 2016-03-28T04:00:00Z In El Salvador we will continue to push the government and legislative assembly for a total prohibition on mining. 'Hitmen tried to drive me off the road in Guatemala. Luckily, I’m a good driver' 2016-03-12T05:00:00Z Costa Rica, a republic with multiple political parties, a legislative assembly, and a president with far less authority than that of most Latin American leaders, has long been known for bold moves. 2 Countries Reveal How Divided the World Is on Climate Change 2015-11-16T05:00:00Z Election results — which will determine control of Bihar’s legislative assembly and ultimately who will become the state’s chief minister — are scheduled to be announced on Sunday, after a month of voting. Though Not on Ballot, Narendra Modi Is at Center of Vote in India 2015-11-06T05:00:00Z The elections are being held in 49 constituencies in the first of five phases of voting for the state’s legislative assembly. Bihar elections set to test Indian leader Narendra Modi 2015-10-12T04:00:00Z "This is about a murder, the status of the IRA in 2015. "We need suspension of institutions and of salaries of members of the legislative assembly. Stormont crisis: Bid to adjourn Northern Ireland Assembly fails - BBC News 2015-09-10T04:00:00Z What the President already knew was the following: The nation would be run by a legislative assembly of 20 individuals, but all laws could be vetoed by public referendum. The Making of a President 2015-08-11T04:00:00Z The book comprises a set of house journals that describe the day-to-day affairs of Wyoming’s territorial government, from the very first legislative assembly of 1869 through the assembly of 1882. Public asked to vote for top Wyoming historic artifacts 2015-06-12T04:00:00Z For this reason, Hadyn “Teddy” Evans, a farmer and backbencher on the soon-to-be dismantled legislative assembly, says many people reject the idea of receiving Centrelink welfare payments from the Australian government. 'We're not Australian': Norfolk Islanders adjust to shock of takeover by mainland 2015-05-21T04:00:00Z The president of El Salvador's legislative assembly, Sigfrido Reyes, has called the legislation "medieval". The mothers being criminalised in El Salvador - BBC News 2015-04-27T04:00:00Z On Thursday, they learned the Australian government planned to present legislation to the nation's parliament that would dismantle Norfolk Island's legislative assembly and force the islanders to pay income and company tax to Australia. Australia's Norfolk Island faces fight for independence 2015-03-25T04:00:00Z The Liberal Democrats say they would offer the people of Cornwall a legislative assembly which would get new powers to run local services. Clegg calls for 'Cornish Assembly' 2015-03-05T05:00:00Z The polls will be the first since the country adopted a new constitution, which includes a clause guaranteeing gender equality in legislative assemblies and puts a burden on the state to protect women against violence. Tunisia police rape sentence doubled 2014-11-20T05:00:00Z More than 100 political parties were competing for seats in the legislative assembly. Tunisians vote in first parliamentary election under new constitution 2014-10-26T04:00:00Z “People here are quite pragmatic and sensible,” said Arthur Lo, a 20-year-old volunteer, sitting in the occupied courtyard of Hong Kong’s main legislative assembly. Hong Kong protesters scuffle with opponents of pro-democracy campaign "But the big issue is the obliteration of our legislative assembly and self-government." Australia's Norfolk Island faces fight for independence 2015-03-25T04:00:00Z The vote by Mexico City's legislative assembly wasn’t close, with 41 politicians favoring the law, none voting against it and 11 abstaining. Mexico City joins others in banning animals in circuses 2014-06-09T04:00:00Z The ruling junta is then expected to set up a national legislative assembly that will draw up a temporary constitution with a new prime minister. Thai coup leader to be endorsed 2014-05-25T04:00:00Z The Senate is the only legislative assembly still functioning after six months of anti-government protests and a disrupted February election that was later declared void. Thailand's Senate likely to propose interim PM, risking 'red' rage 2014-05-16T04:00:00Z Elections were also held for 19,007 provincial and district legislative assembly seats. Indonesia election poll shows no easy PDI-P win, rise in Islamic party support 2014-04-09T11:34:29Z Following a tense campaign, the country's new constitution includes a clause guaranteeing gender equality in legislative assemblies and puts a burden on the state to protect women against violence. Tunisia policemen jailed for rape 2014-04-01T01:15:41Z The legislation that allows tax exemptions to firms that invest in the structures was poised to be voted on by the Rio Grande do Sul state legislative assembly on Tuesday. Brazil World Cup city 'may drop out' 2014-03-24T22:07:22Z The legislation that allows tax exemptions to firms that invest in the structures was poised to be voted by the Rio Grande do Sul state legislative assembly on Tuesday. Brazil World Cup city 'may drop out' 2014-03-24T22:07:22Z The opinion of any state legislative assembly is not legally binding on Parliament. India Ink: A Conversation With: Kalvakuntla Taraka Rama Rao, Telangana leader 2014-02-28T11:13:26Z The party's rule, however, ended last week when its leader Arvind Kejriwal stepped down as Chief Minister after his attempts to introduce a new anti-corruption bill were blocked in the city's legislative assembly. Indian media: Passions flare over Telangana 2014-02-19T08:29:42Z He stepped down when his attempts to introduce a new anti-corruption bill were blocked in the city's legislative assembly. Indian media: Is AAP ready to rule the country? 2014-02-17T09:08:23Z He said he would request that new elections for Delhi’s legislative assembly be held as soon as possible. Delhi’s Newly Appointed Chief Minister Resigns 2014-02-14T21:31:19Z In a December 4 election to the legislative assembly of Delhi, a city of 16 million people, no party won the majority of seats required to rule on its own. Taking power in New Delhi, 'common man' leader talks of revolution 2013-12-28T12:23:14Z Mukherjee told members of the state's legislative assembly it was "a core stakeholder in India's Look East foreign policy" that intends to link the country's northeast with South East Asia. China, India spar over disputed border 2013-11-30T13:27:00Z Many in the capital today share Singh’s sentiments, which is why the party is considered a serious contender in elections for New Delhi’s legislative assembly. India's Newest Graft Fighters 2013-11-27T06:20:24Z Mebyon Kernow does not want to separate from the UK like the Scottish National Party does, but does want to be seen as its own nation, with a legislative assembly similar to the Scottish Parliament. Could England's regions quit the UK? 2013-11-23T04:30:57Z Mr. Kejriwal said he would request that new elections for Delhi’s legislative assembly be held as soon as possible. Delhi’s Newly Appointed Chief Minister Resigns 2014-02-14T21:31:19Z On Monday, two Bodo MPs demonstrated for their cause in front of the Indian parliament in Delhi, while Bodo legislators staged similar demonstrations before the Assam legislative assembly in the state capital Guwahati. Assam strike over separate homeland 2013-08-05T07:13:10Z "I'm getting very tired of this legislative assembly and this body taking away the choices of parents as to how they raise their kids," said Sen. Jeff Kruse, a Roseburg Republican. Oregon Senate passes bill on vaccination education 2013-06-07T22:18:08Z The ruling party currently needs support from opposition lawmakers to approve laws, but a new legislative assembly will be inaugurated in mid-May in which Correa's party will have a majority of seats. Ecuador seeks to end investment protection treaty with U.S. 2013-03-12T02:33:38Z The island's legislative assembly had said they anticipated a "full and frank exchange of views" in such a meeting. Argentina declines Falklands invite 2013-01-31T23:01:02Z She promised to press for legislation to ensure that 30 percent of the positions in Parliament and the state legislative assemblies would be held by women. Political Heir Says Too Few in India Hold Political Sway 2013-01-21T01:35:39Z The Parliament and legislative assemblies are largely confederations of village headmen. Letter from India: City Setting, but Village Mentalities 2013-01-02T11:20:05Z In his ultimatum to the government, McLaughlin said he would file a petition demanding a special meeting of the legislative assembly early next week, if Bush's cabinet failed to remove him from office. Defiant Cayman Islands leader under mounting pressure to resign 2012-12-14T22:04:55Z The Okinawa legislative assembly unanimously passed the resolution against the US and Japanese governments to express ''burning resentment'' over the case, a Kyodo news agency report said. Okinawa assembly in rape protest 2012-10-22T05:53:23Z It is also one of the region's most politically liberal, with a voluble political debate, an elected legislative assembly that includes Sunnis, Shi'ites, liberals and Islamists, as well as a lively press. Analysis: For Kuwait's next ruler, family peace most urgent priority 2012-10-04T08:45:08Z Last year, the animal rights lobby proposed a ban on bullfighting in Mexico City to the capital's legislative assembly. Mexico City weighs bullfighting ban 2012-10-02T03:57:05Z In July, China established a military garrison and a legislative assembly on the tiny Paracel Islands, which Vietnam also claims, exacerbating the tensions there. No Movement on Key Disputes as Clinton Meets With Chinese Leaders 2012-09-05T10:48:56Z "Ministers will work from the legislative assembly offices, we will ensure that work is not affected," Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan told reporters after the meeting. Maharashtra meeting after fire 2012-06-22T09:04:05Z In Quebec, political discussions — both in the legislative assembly and on the streets — are usually conducted in French. Protests Persist After Quebec Officials Declare an Impasse in Tuition Talks 2012-06-04T01:24:58Z On May 18, Quebec’s legislative assembly, under the authority of the provincial premier, Jean Charest, passed a draconian law in a move to break the 15-week-long student strike. Op-Ed Contributors: Our Not-So-Friendly Northern Neighbor 2012-05-24T01:50:08Z The constitution provides for direct government, with a governor, a cabinet and a legislative assembly. Regions and territories: Cayman Islands 2011-12-20T11:31:22Z He reformed the coinage, extended commerce, influenced religious controversies, and convoked great legislative assemblies, which ultimately contributed largely to the organisation of feudalism. History of European Morals From Augustus to Charlemagne (Vol. 2 of 2) 2012-04-27T02:00:34.267Z He was elected to the legislative assembly in 1861 for Brighton as an independent Liberal, was rejected at the general election of the same year, but was returned nine months later. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 4 "Hero" to "Hindu Chronology" 2012-04-04T02:00:56.447Z It should be noted that the Great Council was in no sense a legislative assembly. A Source Book of Medi?val History Documents Illustrative of European Life and Institutions from the German Invasions to the Renaissance 2012-03-23T02:00:40.930Z "And some day perhaps have your voice ringing in the vaulted chamber of the first legislative assembly in the world?" Ever Heard This? Over Three Hundred Good Stories 2012-03-21T02:00:33.730Z From the five states that held assembly elections last week, Uttar Pradesh had the highest percentage of ministers with pending criminal cases — 143 out of the 403-member legislative assembly. India Ink: In India's Largest State, Uttar Pradesh, the Number of Politicians With Charges Against Them Has Jumped as Samajwadi Party Triumphs 2012-03-13T10:39:02Z The meeting at which this bill was introduced has been described as the greatest legislative assembly of modern times. Browning and His Century 2012-02-15T03:00:39.033Z Mr Higinbotham, by his eloquence and earnestness, obtained great influence amongst the members of the legislative assembly, but his colleagues were not prepared to follow him as far as he desired to go. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 4 "Hero" to "Hindu Chronology" 2012-04-04T02:00:56.447Z The council act in two capacities — the one as the advisers of the governor in the administration of the executive branch of government; the other, as an upper house in the legislative assembly. Antigua and the Antiguans, Volume II (of 2) A full account of the colony and its inhabitants from the time of the Caribs to the present day 2012-02-09T03:00:13.500Z The general chapter, or high legislative assembly of the order, consisted of all the great officers, of the great-priors of the provinces, and the most distinguished of the knights who could attend. Secret Societies of the Middle Ages 2012-02-09T03:00:11.637Z However, when the National Assembly heard of the excitement and dissatisfaction caused among the French in all their colonies, they made another decree authorizing each colony to elect its own legislative assembly. A Roving Commission Or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti 2012-02-06T03:00:13.023Z The proposals of the Vienna conference were rejected with indignation, and the Old Czechs, having become very unpopular, for a time ceased to contest the elections for the legislative assemblies of Prague and Vienna. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 8 "Cube" to "Daguerre, Louis" 2012-01-31T03:00:17.257Z In 1874 he was returned to the legislative assembly for Brunswick, but after a few months he resigned his seat. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 4 "Hero" to "Hindu Chronology" 2012-04-04T02:00:56.447Z The address was read in a low-ceilinged legislative assembly room, with wide French windows commanding a wonderful view of city and harbour. Down Under With the Prince 2012-01-29T03:00:07.103Z The legislative assembly—the combined meeting of both houses—convened solemnly, like a house of bishops, and proposed a revision of the constitution. The Rise of the Dutch Kingdom 1795-1813 2012-01-19T03:00:20.007Z Public affairs of Newfoundland managed by governor, executive council, and legislative assembly. Alden's Handy Atlas of the World 2012-01-02T03:00:16.440Z Indians protested the cost and extravagance of the new capital in the legislative assembly, the feeble predecessor to the Indian Parliament. India Ink: New Delhi's Controversial Birth 2011-12-12T11:24:14Z The principal difference was that in the former case the territory was to have no local legislature of its own, while in the latter it was to have a legislative assembly. Government in the United States National, State and Local 2011-11-16T03:00:28.590Z It became something more than an administrative council, but infinitely less than a legislative assembly. The Recollections of Alexis de Tocqueville 2011-11-02T02:00:13.477Z But when the work was done the legislative assembly, after a very complicated discussion, suddenly rejected the new constitution five to one. The Rise of the Dutch Kingdom 1795-1813 2012-01-19T03:00:20.007Z A naturalized Frenchman* by a decree of the legislative assembly, he was nominated by the people. The Life Of Thomas Paine, Vol. II. (of II) With A History of His Literary, Political and Religious Career in America France, and England 2011-10-12T02:00:47.957Z At its center was a new Council House built for India’s expanded legislative assembly. India Ink: New Delhi's Controversial Birth 2011-12-12T11:24:14Z Congress to be sure acted as a court for the settlement of disputes between the states themselves, but a legislative assembly is never well fitted for exercising judicial functions. Government in the United States National, State and Local 2011-11-16T03:00:28.590Z The free towns have legislative assemblies, numbering from 120 to 200 members. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 7 "Geoponici" to "Germany" 2011-09-26T02:00:25.313Z In the Journal of May 21, 1849, there is a message to the legislative assembly of Canada relating to the establishing of a general post-office for the Province, when handed over by the Imperial government. Canada: Its Postage Stamps and Postal Stationery 2011-09-18T02:00:28.007Z By insisting on the right to universal suffrage the working classes have obtained a decided majority in the legislative assemblies, and there secured a government of the future in accordance with their needs. Church History, Vol. 3 of 3 2011-09-14T02:00:43.813Z Such a deadline would pressure elected members to overcome their differences and hold new elections for a full-term legislative assembly, he says. In home of Arab Spring, a desire for more 2011-09-05T10:32:17Z The Unorganized Territories and Dependencies.—The third group of territories or dependencies embrace those which have no legislative assembly whatever. Government in the United States National, State and Local 2011-11-16T03:00:28.590Z Jersey, the largest of the Channel Islands, is a dependency of the U.K. with its own legislative assembly and is known as a tax haven. Goldman Trader Tourre Says Abacus Deal Done by Jersey Firms 2011-09-01T17:06:02Z They had no idea that there were heavy deficiencies, which the legislatures provided for by annual votes, arranged between Howe and the post office committee of the legislative assembly. The History of the Post Office in British North America 2011-08-31T02:01:37.743Z The journals of the legislative council concurrent with those of the legislative assembly down to 1816 have also been published, and one volume in each series, now in the press, will complete the work. The Ontario Archives Scope of its Operations 2011-08-08T02:00:20.520Z He could summon the legislative assembly, prepare bills for its consideration, assent to the laws, and dissolve the assembly. The Colonization of North America 1492-1783 2011-07-06T02:00:47.077Z And in case it permits the inhabitants to have a legislative assembly of their own and to enact their own laws, Congress may veto or modify any law passed by such legislature. Government in the United States National, State and Local 2011-11-16T03:00:28.590Z But that which is true of scientific academies is also true of all constituent and legislative assemblies, even those chosen by universal suffrage. God and the State 2011-07-02T02:00:10.230Z In 1808, the legislative assembly requested that a regular service be established through the year, instead of monthly trips during the winter merely. The History of the Post Office in British North America 2011-08-31T02:01:37.743Z The legislative assembly, following the rule of the Imperial House of Commons, claimed the power of the purse, and objected to their supply bill being amended by the legislative council or upper house. The Ontario Archives Scope of its Operations 2011-08-08T02:00:20.520Z The legislative assembly at first was made up of all the freemen, but as the colonists took up more distant lands, a custom of giving proxies grew up. The Colonization of North America 1492-1783 2011-07-06T02:00:47.077Z Finally, in 1912 Alaska was made a fully organized territory, with a legislative assembly consisting of a senate of eight members and a house of representatives of sixteen members. Government in the United States National, State and Local 2011-11-16T03:00:28.590Z The Muttehida Qaumi Movement, which is the fourth largest group in the parliament, said it would join the opposition after accusing the government of rigging legislative assembly elections held Sunday in Pakistan-controlled Kashmir. Pakistan Party Quits Government 2011-06-27T16:29:49Z An act ratifying the act of the 16th legislative assembly of Arizona, approved March 19, 1891, making appropriation in aid of Arizona's exhibit at the World's Columbian Exposition. United States Government Publications, v. 8 Jan-Jun 1892 A Monthly Catalog 2011-06-22T02:00:25.153Z The introduction of a legislative assembly was delayed, in some States even wholly disregarded. A History of Germany From the Earliest Times to the Present Day 2011-06-22T02:00:21.157Z Joseph Dudley was made president, Randolph secretary, and a council was appointed, but no provision was made for a legislative assembly. The Colonization of North America 1492-1783 2011-07-06T02:00:47.077Z In the latter case it may allow the inhabitants a legislative assembly for purposes of local legislation, or Congress may legislate directly for them itself. Government in the United States National, State and Local 2011-11-16T03:00:28.590Z In the troubles and wars which led, after many ages, to the establishment of a united France under one monarch, Dijon became a place of great importance and the seat of a legislative assembly. Cities of the Dawn 2011-05-13T02:00:10.047Z The most important elections are those of the members of the legislative assemblies of the different countries, and as to the manner in which these are carried out strict laws are in force. The New Gresham Encyclopedia Volume 4, Part 2: Ebert to Estremadura 2011-04-14T02:00:56.200Z We cannot be surprised, then, that a degree, thus obtained, should be contemned; and that, even in legislative assemblies, members should be found to declare themselves totally unworthy of the honours thus conferred upon them. The American Quarterly Review No. XVIII, June 1831 (Vol 9) 2011-04-02T02:00:12.460Z A police officer detains a young Indian protester on a march towards the Gujarat legislative assembly to demand that plans for a cement plant in Mahuva be abandoned. Day in pictures 2011-03-18T13:24:29Z Acts can be passed over the governor's veto by vote of two-thirds of the members of each house of the legislative assembly. Government in the United States National, State and Local 2011-11-16T03:00:28.590Z Perhaps it is held, with D'Annunzio, that the hands of the peasant are "fit to clean out a stable, but not to raise in a legislative assembly." The Color Line A Brief in Behalf of the Unborn 2011-01-30T03:00:15.907Z His party, which favours full integration of Puerto Rico as the 51st US state, also won the November 2008 elections to Puerto Rico's legislative assembly. Puerto Rico 2010-12-11T10:37:01Z My final and last request is take my body to the legislative assembly. Suicides, Some for Telangana?s Cause, Jolt India 2010-03-31T00:29:00Z "Welsh viewers need a choice, especially now that Wales has its own and increasingly powerful legislative assembly which needs to be reported on and held to account." Welsh media review urges change 2010-03-25T12:34:00Z Within a few weeks, Ms. Marshall was asked to run for the legislative assembly seat for Forest Hill. 2010-02-16T02:02:00Z This led to his election to the Bengal legislative assembly in 1946. 2010-01-17T08:01:00Z Later, the cortege moved on to the state secretariat at the Writers' Buildings and the Bengal legislative assembly, where Mr Basu spent much of his six decade-long political career. 2010-01-19T12:53:00Z As a matter of fact, however, the Rada, or Ukrainian legislative assembly, was almost completely in the hands of the landowners who, naturally, were bitterly opposed to Bolshevikism and its program of land nationalization. The Story of the Great War, Volume VII (of VIII) American Food and Ships; Palestine; Italy invaded; Great German Offensive; Americans in Picardy; Americans on the Marne; Foch's Counteroffensive. In this sense vote by ballot is the mode adopted in electing the members of legislative assemblies in most countries, as well as the members of various other bodies. The New Gresham Encyclopedia. Vol. 1 Part 3 Atrebates to Bedlis It has a legislative assembly consisting of eight senators and sixteen representatives, and the legislature meets biennially since 1913. The New Gresham Encyclopedia. Vol. 1 Part 1 A to Amide If these words are taken in their literal sense, it is plain that the Periœci had not a share in the great legislative assembly of the citizens. The History and Antiquities of the Doric Race, Vol. 2 of 2 There are no legislative assemblies in the departments, and their government rests with the national executive and congress. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Slice 2 "Bohemia" to "Borgia, Francis" And in the legislative assembly the liberal-minded Shund will manage to have the priests excluded from the schools, and we will have none but secular schools. The Progressionists, and Angela. This double capacity of the peerage, as members of the parliament or legislative assembly and of the deliberative and judicial council, throws a very great obscurity over the subject. View of the State of Europe during the Middle Ages, Vol. 3 Since 1825, there has been no legislative assembly in Cuba, either provincial or municipal. To Cuba and Back Its local government is vested in a president and legislative assembly of one chamber elected for a period of four years. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 5 "Cat" to "Celt" This legislative assembly is also our house of nobles, consisting of one thousand members divided into three classes. The Goddess of Atvatabar Being the history of the discovery of the interior world and conquest of Atvatabar Acquaintances and strangers in different quarters of the town have assured me that it is a fixed fact that you are to be mayor of this city and member of the legislative assembly. The Progressionists, and Angela. There is a legislative assembly of fourteen members, seven nominated by the Crown and seven elected by the people. The English in the West Indies or, The Bow of Ulysses Were there not one hundred and eight seats in the legislative assembly ready for so many excellent men? Black Diamonds The islands are governed by a commissioner, and the laws passed by the local legislative assembly are subject to the assent of the governor of Jamaica. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 5 "Cat" to "Celt" There was a legislative assembly founded on the popular will called the Borodemy. The Goddess of Atvatabar Being the history of the discovery of the interior world and conquest of Atvatabar And in the legislative assembly Shund's fluency will talk down all opposition, his readiness of speech will do wonders. The Progressionists, and Angela. Henceforth, the Assembly of the Tribes tended to become more and more the legislative assembly par excellence, while the Assembly of the Centuries remained the chief elective assembly. A History of Rome to 565 A. D. In like manner, while each state had its own legislative assembly, there were the states-general, consisting of the clergy, the nobles, and the representatives of the towns, from each of the provinces. History of the Reign of Philip the Second, King of Spain, Vols. 1 and 2 In June, Governor Yeardley summoned the first legislative assembly that ever met in America. History of the Colony and Ancient Dominion of Virginia The legislative assembly is dissolved and universal suffrage proclaimed. The Scrap Book, Volume 1, No. 6 August 1906 "It has been decided to promote you at the next election to the office of mayor and of delegate to the legislative assembly." The Progressionists, and Angela. Though a legislative assembly, it took over the executive power, entrusting it to its own members. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 3 "Convention" to "Copyright" For instance— We find in it, that there is to be a legislative assembly, with authority to constitute courts for the trial of all kinds of civil causes, between citizens of different states. Essays on the Constitution of the United States Each department has a local legislative assembly elected by the people. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 6 "Cockaigne" to "Columbus, Christopher" Many readers will remember a passage at arms that occurred in the legislative assembly of one of our New-England States. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 14, No. 81, July, 1864 When a notorious thief and usurer is elected to the chief magistracy and to the legislative assembly, the victory gained is hardly a creditable one to the spirit of progress, my dear Carl. The Progressionists, and Angela. Soon after his arrival, Yeardley issued a call for the first representative legislative assembly in America which convened at Jamestown on July 30, 1619, and remained in session until August 4. The First Seventeen Years: Virginia 1607-1624 A legislative assembly has an inherent right to alter the common law, and to abolish any of its principles, which are not particularly guarded in the constitution. Essays on the Constitution of the United States The legislative assembly brings about the constitutional assembly, and laws are enacted for the relief of the people. History of Human Society The ministry and the legislative assembly were now such as the governor had desired, yet the harmony was soon broken. George Brown And when the election of deputies takes place, this same Shund will command enough of the confidence and esteem of his fellow-citizens to be elected to the legislative assembly, thief and usurer though he be. The Progressionists, and Angela. Government, too, after several changes of direction, had become stable and even embraced a representative legislative assembly. The First Seventeen Years: Virginia 1607-1624 It was finally decided that it must be settled once for all whether a King had any right to change the forms of worship without the sanction of a legislative assembly. Browning's England A Study in English Influences in Browning It was perhaps as shameless a document as was ever placed before a legislative assembly. The Railroad Question A historical and practical treatise on railroads, and remedies for their abuses They therefore agitated for the responsibility of the executive council to the legislative assembly. George Brown Withers does not mention this first legislative assembly held in the Mississippi Valley. Chronicles of Border Warfare or, a History of the Settlement by the Whites, of North-Western Virginia, and of the Indian Wars and Massacres in that section of the Indian Wars and Massacres in that section of the State The majority of the territorial legislative assembly of 1870 was unexpectedly Democratic, and almost as unexpected was the favor promptly shown by the Democratic members to the passage of the bill proposing woman suffrage. History of Woman Suffrage, Volume III “They were further confirmed in this pleasing error by the form of their provincial legislative assemblies.” English: Composition and Literature Thereafter began a systematized demoralization of the men of all parties who constituted the legislative assembly. A Man of Two Countries A protest in similar terms might have been made in the legislative assembly, but the opportunity was not given. George Brown Amendment, and the different States to ratify it until it has become a fixed fact that black men all over the nation may not only vote, but sit in legislative assemblies and constitutional conventions. History of Woman Suffrage, Volume II The first effort for suffrage was made in 1870, during the fifth session of the legislative assembly, soon after General Edward McCook was sent out by President Grant to fill the gubernatorial chair. History of Woman Suffrage, Volume III In courts of justice and legislative assemblies, if the right of the speaker to be there is questioned, all business waits until that point is settled. History of Woman Suffrage, Volume I Who would have foretold a half-century ago that Turkey and Persia, Japan and China, would now have constitutional governments and legislative assemblies? A Tour of the Missions Observations and Conclusions Connecticut and Rhode Island had always been true republics, with governors and legislative assemblies elected by the people. The Critical Period of American History As though women were the arbiters of their own fate; had convened in legislative assembly and submitted their own case to the people. History of Woman Suffrage, Volume II Her youthful pe�ns to liberty in prose and verse early found their way into our Eastern journals, and later in arguments before conventions and legislative assemblies in Illinois, Iowa and other Western States. History of Woman Suffrage, Volume III A co-equal share in the formation and administration of law, Municipal, State, and National, through legislative assemblies, courts, and executive offices. 4th. History of Woman Suffrage, Volume I They attend the legislative assembly to register the will of the people just as they receive it, and the people in reality governs directly. The Cult of Incompetence The legislative assembly of each state had stoutly defended its liberties against the encroachments of the governor. The Critical Period of American History After the legislative assembly met in December, 1809, it was soon clear to France that the farce of constitutional government under the Empire was nearly played out. The Life of Napoleon Bonaparte Vol. III. (of IV.) "And will you also tell me, uncle, wherein a convention differs from all these legislative assemblies?" said Daniel, grappling manfully with the tall words, but staggering under them nevertheless. The Farmer Boy, and How He Became Commander-In-Chief In modern times this form of legislative assembly has been imitated by most of the countries of Europe. An Introduction to the History of Western Europe The people everywhere received him with enthusiasm; and public meetings, legislative assemblies, and learned and religious institutions, greeted him with addresses. Washington and the American Republic, Vol. 3. At the eighth session of the legislative assembly of the territory, which convened on Jan. The History of Minnesota and Tales of the Frontier There were no rotten boroughs, and members of the legislative assemblies were subject to annual re-election. History of the English People, Volume VII The Revolution, 1683-1760; Modern England, 1760-1767 Neither of the two national assemblies, not the first, called the constituent, nor its successor, the legislative assembly, could govern. The Political History of England - Vol. X. The History of England from the Accession of George III to the close of Pitt's first Administration This provided that the lawmaking power should be vested in a legislative assembly consisting of two houses. An Introduction to the History of Western Europe It may be asked how the Parliament of Paris Functions of the Parliament. became a judicial tribunal, rather than a legislative assembly, as in England. A Modern History, From the Time of Luther to the Fall of Napoleon For the Use of Schools and Colleges Consistent in principle, historians of this conviction have viewed with abhorrence the seating of black men in the highest legislative assembly of the land. The Journal of Negro History, Volume 7, 1922 All your Parliaments and legislative assemblies are simply national theatres kept up for the amusement of the people. Gossamer 1915 Trial by jury, legislative assemblies, and official responsibility, found earnest advocates, where they had often been mere rallying points of personal discontent. The History of Tasmania, Volume I Nay, why do you have a judiciary, a legislative assembly, a civil code, the ballot box, but to preserve your rights as one man? No Compromise with Slavery An Address Delivered to the Broadway Tabernacle, New York No spot is better suited to inspire freedom of thought and lofty imagination than this primitive meeting-place of a legislative assembly. Wealth of the World's Waste Places and Oceania This was the first time in the history of the world a legislative assembly ever decreed the abolition of human slavery. The Journal of Negro History, Volume 7, 1922 She names Lord Clifford and Lord Dormer as "having obtained entrance at last to the legislative assembly, where their fathers sat and ruled when their faith was the law of the land." Notes and Queries, Number 74, March 29, 1851 A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, etc. The object of the movement was to bring under the royal notice the government of the colony, and to demand trial by jury, and a legislative assembly. The History of Tasmania, Volume I The highest questions of colonial government being confided to their care, they would leave the internal improvement of the districts to be pursued by the local legislative assemblies. The History of Tasmania , Volume II To-day there is practically only one organized party—the Federal—because there is no legislative assembly or authorized channel for the legitimate expression of opposite views. The Philippine Islands I went to the legislative assembly once and we forced through an eight hour law for underground workers. The Highgrader And thus, in a short time, his school will become regularly organized, as a society, or legislative assembly. The Teacher Or, Moral Influences Employed in the Instruction and Government of the Young That was a review made to a legislature—indeed, both speeches were made to legislative assemblies, dignified and honorable men. Recollections of Forty Years in the House, Senate and Cabinet An Autobiography. It would be well introduced into our own legislative assembly. Jacob Faithful Calhoun, likewise, retired “forever” from the august legislative assembly, twelve months later, the better to lay his plans for the Democratic nomination in 1844. Expansion and Conflict For it seems that the legislative assembly will take place without delay: it has been fixed for the 20th of January. The Letters of Cicero, Volume 1 The Whole Extant Correspodence in Chronological Order In January, 1850, Frederick William IV, granted a constitution which established a national legislative assembly and admitted a portion of the Prussian people to an active participation in the government. The Governments of Europe This exposition was regarded as a partisan one in favor of the so-called pro-slavery legislative assembly, which met the 2d day of July, 1855. Recollections of Forty Years in the House, Senate and Cabinet An Autobiography. All the colonies had legislative assemblies elected by the people, and these assemblies levied the taxes and made the laws. The War of Independence From the legislative assembly I went to pay my respects to the gallant captain Bergeret, to whom I had letters of introduction. The Stranger in France or, a Tour from Devonshire to Paris Illustrated by Engravings in Aqua Tint of Sketches Taken on the Spot. Herbert Latimer was only twenty when, having passed the usual examination, he was admitted, by a special act of the legislative assembly of his native State, to practise at the bar. Evenings at Donaldson Manor Or, The Christmas Guest Methods of Business.—Measures proposed for enactment pass through the three readings which have come to be customary among modern legislative assemblies. The Governments of Europe On the day the census was completed he issued his proclamation for an election to be held March 30, 1855, for members of the legislative assembly of the territory. Recollections of Forty Years in the House, Senate and Cabinet An Autobiography. Disputes between the contending parties proved futile, debates in the States or legislative assembly of Paris availed nothing, and the successive "treaties" of the long war period failed to bring lasting peace. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 10 The sessions of the legislative assembly had closed the day before my arrival, a circumstance I much regretted, as through his means I should have been enabled to have attended their sittings. The Stranger in France or, a Tour from Devonshire to Paris Illustrated by Engravings in Aqua Tint of Sketches Taken on the Spot. Mr. Ball is phenomenal, but is a legislative assembly the place for this sort of curiosity? The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 20, No. 118, August, 1867 In some cantons members are elected by popular vote; in others, by the legislative assembly. The Governments of Europe The so-called legislative assembly, thus elected, met at Pawnee, on the 2nd of July, 1855. Recollections of Forty Years in the House, Senate and Cabinet An Autobiography. In the old church at Jamestown, on July 30, 1619, was held the first legislative assembly of the New World—the historical House of Burgesses. Something of Men I Have Known With Some Papers of a General Nature, Political, Historical, and Retrospective In 1870 the legislative assembly was abolished, and a legislative council substituted—the constitution of this body being fixed, in 1892, at three official and five unofficial members. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Part 3 "Brescia" to "Bulgaria" They command votes and seem to delight popular and legislative assemblies. Autobiography of Seventy Years, Vol. 1-2 It is agreed, that the commons were no part of the great council till some ages after the conquest; and that the military tenants alone of the crown composed that supreme and legislative assembly. The History of England in Three Volumes, Vol.I., Part A. From the Britons of Early Times to King John While the alleged legislative assembly was in session, a movement was instituted to form a state government, and apply for admission into the Union as a state. Recollections of Forty Years in the House, Senate and Cabinet An Autobiography. And first—and fundamental in all legislative assemblies—they asserted the absolute right to determine as to the election and qualification of members. Something of Men I Have Known With Some Papers of a General Nature, Political, Historical, and Retrospective These latter were rather high courts of justice than legislative assemblies, but their right to register new laws gave them a considerable amount of authority. The Age of the Reformation The people see that their House of Commons is the hardest-working legislative assembly in the world: and, this being so, they assume it is all right. Prose Masterpieces from Modern Essayists In our legislative assemblies, here and abroad, do we not find the educational problem the burning problem for Church and State? Catholic Problems in Western Canada This is often an error in all legislative assemblies. Mrs Whittelsey's Magazine for Mothers and Daughters Volume 3 The management of the great Exposition did well to set apart this thirtieth of July to commemorate the coming together at Jamestown of the first legislative assembly in the New World. Something of Men I Have Known With Some Papers of a General Nature, Political, Historical, and Retrospective The church had become, in fact, an international state, with its monarch, its representative legislative assemblies, its laws and its code. The Age of the Reformation Thus, in the winter of 1265, that House of Commons, or legislative assembly of the people, as distinguished from the House of Lords, originated. The Leading Facts of English History "The Executive has usurped the functions that rightly belong to the legislative assembly, with a virtual dictatorship as the inevitable result." Catholic Problems in Western Canada In legislative assemblies the audience and judges are practically identical, for after the debate upon a measure is concluded, those who have listened to it render individual verdicts by casting their votes. Public Speaking He is the presiding officer of the most august legislative assembly known to men. Something of Men I Have Known With Some Papers of a General Nature, Political, Historical, and Retrospective An attempt of the people to force a representative government upon the Czar failed after a seeming success in 1905-1906; for the Duma, or legislative assembly, then created was given little power. A School History of the Great War Twenty-one committees formed out of the legislative assembly to transact all business. Historical Epochs of the French Revolution With The Judgment And Execution Of Louis XVI., King Of France And A List Of The Members Of The National Convention, Who Voted For And Against His Death Ordinarily the provincial convention was merely the old legislative assembly freed from all royalist sympathizers and controlled by patriots. History of the United States In the days of the republic he was elected a member of the legislative assembly, which office at first he was backward in assuming. Paris: With Pen and Pencil Its People and Literature, Its Life and Business The counterpart of the scene that followed his closing words had never been witnessed in legislative assembly. Something of Men I Have Known With Some Papers of a General Nature, Political, Historical, and Retrospective The initiative of the laws, put out of the power of the legislative assembly, seems to me a stupidity; and the senators, in their fine dresses, make me wink a little. The Letters of Elizabeth Barrett Browning, Volume II In the legislative assembly the answers are read from foreign powers, relative to the King's acceptance of the constitution. Historical Epochs of the French Revolution With The Judgment And Execution Of Louis XVI., King Of France And A List Of The Members Of The National Convention, Who Voted For And Against His Death They served on committees that inquired into the problems of the day; they appeared before legislative assemblies to advocate remedies for the evils they discovered. History of the United States Accordingly, July 30, 1619, the first legislative assembly that ever convened on the American continent met in the church at Jamestown. England in America, 1580-1652 If the testimony of English travellers in this country is to be believed, the legislative assemblies of our own land have hitherto enjoyed the unenviable monopoly of this species of retort. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 12, No. 70, August, 1863 These were the men who led in the formation of the Government of the United States, and who gave tone and character to her legislative assembly, so long as they held control of the Government. The Memories of Fifty Years Containing Brief Biographical Notices of Distinguished Americans, and Anecdotes of Remarkable Men; Interspersed with Scenes and Incidents Occurring during a Long Life of Observation Chiefly Spent in the Southwest Philips, of the club of jacobins, presents in a little box, to the legislative assembly, the heads of his father and mother, whom his patriotism, as he said, had just sacrificed. Historical Epochs of the French Revolution With The Judgment And Execution Of Louis XVI., King Of France And A List Of The Members Of The National Convention, Who Voted For And Against His Death The other, leading toward democracy and self-government, was the growth in the power of the popular legislative assembly. History of the United States "The Judge admires him," remarked Stephen, with the air of a man who tosses a bomb into a legislative assembly. One Man in His Time The assembly composed of the delegates so elected, is called convention; a name given to most public meetings other than legislative assemblies. The Government Class Book Designed for the Instruction of Youth in the Principles of Constitutional Government and the Rights and Duties of Citizens. In courts of justice and legislative assemblies, if the right of any person to be there is questioned, all business waits until that point is settled. The Life and Work of Susan B. Anthony (Volume 1 of 2) Including Public Addresses, Her Own Letters and Many From Her Contemporaries During Fifty Years And it was not, be it remembered, the work of a capricious and cruel despot; it was the tyranny of a solemn legislative assembly. A Book of the Play Studies and Illustrations of Histrionic Story, Life, and Character The legislative or law-making power of the State is vested in the legislature, sometimes called the general assembly, and in some States known as the general court, or legislative assembly. Elements of Civil Government He destroyed by his perverse creations the value of the House of Lords as a legislative assembly. Political Thought in England from Locke to Bentham A thorough knowledge of the proceedings of legislative assemblies, can be practically beneficial, in after life, to but few of those who shall study this elementary treatise. The Government Class Book Designed for the Instruction of Youth in the Principles of Constitutional Government and the Rights and Duties of Citizens. Indeed, a powerful party in the legislative assembly openly called in question the Emperor's authority—even requiring His Majesty to divest himself of his crown in their presence. Narrative of Services in the Liberation of Chili, Peru and Brazil, from Spanish and Portuguese Domination, Volume 2 We brought with us the idea and the form of our legislative assemblies, composed of elected representatives of the people; we brought with us the right of petition, as the necessary incident of such institutions. Speech of Mr. Cushing, of Massachusetts, on the Right of Petition, as Connected with Petitions for the Abolition of Slavery and the Slave Trade in the District of Columbia. In The House Of Representatives, January 25, 1836. Statute law consists of the acts passed by legislative assemblies. Elements of Civil Government Town, provincial, and national legislative assemblies are established, and in fairly good working order, all over the land. Evolution Of The Japanese, Social And Psychic That school offered for her powers too limited a sphere: she ought to have swayed a nation; she should have been the leader of a turbulent legislative assembly. Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern — Volume 6 To the Senate and House of Representatives: I transmit herewith a memorial of the legislative assembly of the Territory of Oklahoma, asking an appropriation for the relief of the destitute people of that Territory. A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents Volume 9, part 1: Benjamin Harrison In later years, the abbots of the principal monasteries occupied seats in the legislative assemblies of Germany, Hungary, Spain, England, Italy, and France. A Short History of Monks and Monasteries A joint resolution as well as a bill requires the concurrence of both houses of a legislative assembly to make it a law. Elements of Civil Government Subsequently, however, he was induced by his friends to take the speakership of the legislative assembly, but he had never forgiven what he considered a slight at the hands of the prime minister in 1851. Lord Elgin They had no constitution, no king, no legislative assemblies, no judges, juries, lawyers, or sheriffs. The First White Man of the West Life and Exploits of Col. Dan'l. Boone, the First Settler of Kentucky; Interspersed with Incidents in the Early Annals of the Country. This constitution established a central government consisting of a legislative assembly and an executive body of five members, with Prince Alexander Mavrocordato as President of Greece. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 12 — Modern History Governor Lawrence, whose name will be always unhappily associated with the merciless expatriation of the French Acadians, had the honour of opening the first legislative assembly of Nova Scotia in 1758. Canada under British Rule 1760-1900 In any American legislative assembly he would have been called to order at least once in five minutes. The Great Speeches and Orations of Daniel Webster With an Essay on Daniel Webster as a Master of English Style Assembly, National, the Commons section of the States-General of France which met on May 5, 1789, constituted itself into a legislative assembly, and gave a new constitution to the country. The Nuttall Encyclopædia Being a Concise and Comprehensive Dictionary of General Knowledge British Guyana was a Crown Colony, with a London-appointed Governor and a small occupying force of British troops with an elected legislative assembly and a considerable measure of home rule. Civilization and Beyond Learning from History And thus, in a short time, his school will become regularly organized as a society or legislative assembly. The Teacher The consideration that our own party by this decision will lose the majority in the legislative assembly does not make our duty in the premises less solemn and imperative. Abraham Lincoln, a History — Volume 02 They were familiar with popular elections and legislative assemblies, and well acquainted with the general principles and practice of free governments. The Great Speeches and Orations of Daniel Webster With an Essay on Daniel Webster as a Master of English Style Chamber of Deputies, a French legislative assembly, elected now by universal suffrage. The Nuttall Encyclopædia Being a Concise and Comprehensive Dictionary of General Knowledge Especially will this be the case, if by experience or observation he has become familiar with the course of proceedings in our own legislative assemblies. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 08, No. 50, December, 1861 The party-supported Cabinet, which is now the real government of the so-called democratic countries, would cease to be so, and government would revert more and more to the legislative assembly. An Englishman Looks at the World It may, I think, be suspected, that this political arrogance has sometimes found its way into legislative assemblies, and mingled with deliberations upon property and life. The Works of Samuel Johnson, Volume 03 The Rambler, Volume II Like other public men, accustomed to address legislative assemblies, he was naturally desirous of knowing the place, if place there was, where such images and illustrations were to be found. The Great Speeches and Orations of Daniel Webster With an Essay on Daniel Webster as a Master of English Style Lobby, The, hall connected with a legislative assembly to which the public have access. The Nuttall Encyclopædia Being a Concise and Comprehensive Dictionary of General Knowledge In both kinds the people choose a representative legislative assembly; but in the one kind they also choose their governor, while in the other kind the governor is appointed by the crown. Civil Government in the United States Considered with Some Reference to Its Origins One of the acts of the legislative assembly provided for the election of a Delegate to the present Congress, and a Delegate was elected under that law. A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents Volume 5, part 3: Franklin Pierce It is questionable whether our legislative assemblies might not take a hint from this. The Uncommercial Traveller I learned with surprise that they filled no public appointments; *f not one of them is to be met with in the administration, and they are not even represented in the legislative assemblies. Democracy in America — Volume 1 On the first of October of 1791, the legislative assembly came together to continue the work of the National Assembly. The Story of Mankind All the thirteen colonies alike had a legislative assembly elected by the people. Civil Government in the United States Considered with Some Reference to Its Origins For all present purposes the legislative body thus constituted and elected was the legitimate legislative assembly of the Territory. A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents Volume 5, part 3: Franklin Pierce In the legislative assembly of 1768, Mr. Otis was appointed with Samuel Adams to prepare an important paper on the state of public affairs. James Otis, the pre-revolutionist It is of importance, as the last effort of a legislative assembly to uphold this great error; and the arguments they used, and the instances they quoted, are in the highest degree curious. Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions — Volume 2 By repelling worthy men from your legislative assemblies, it has bred up a class of candidates for the suffrage, who, in their very act, disgrace your Institutions and your people's choice. American Notes It is in this occasional character that the convention differs from an ordinary legislative assembly. Civil Government in the United States Considered with Some Reference to Its Origins If the governor had any such right to change temporarily the seat of government, still more had the legislative assembly. A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents Volume 5, part 3: Franklin Pierce The argument became hot and the Council taking the side of the administration was opposed by the legislative assembly. James Otis, the pre-revolutionist The legislative assembly met January 27, 1859, and proposed annexation to Greece. The Grand Old Man Like the women, too, who are working and praying for woman suffrage, both in the state legislature and in their closets, and others against it, to the same God and legislative assembly. The Woman's Bible The chief bribery found in the legislative assemblies was contained in the proposal submitted by the demagogue. A History of Rome During the Later Republic and Early Principate Nor is it easy to see why the legislative assembly might not with propriety pass the Territorial act transferring its sittings to the Shawnee Mission. A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents Volume 5, part 3: Franklin Pierce Accordingly, the internal troubles, fomented by non-juring priests, the military assemblings of emigrants, and the preparations for the coalition, soon drove the legislative assembly further than the constitution allowed, and than it itself had proposed. History of the French Revolution from 1789 to 1814 That school offered her for her powers too limited a sphere; she ought to have swayed a nation: she should have been the leader of a turbulent legislative assembly. Villette Parliamentary Law refers originally to the customs and rules of conducting business in the English Parliament; and thence to the customs and rules of our own legislative assemblies. Robert's Rules of Order Pocket Manual of Rules of Order for Deliberative Assemblies All of them had their own legislative assemblies, and regarded them as essential to their freedom. Outline of Universal History In the first legislative assembly which met in the choir of the Church in Jamestown, more than one year before the Mayflower left the shores of England, was the foundation of popular government in America. Five Sermons He became the general of the middle class, at the head of the national guard under the constituent assembly, in the army under the legislative assembly. History of the French Revolution from 1789 to 1814 Much of this work came to be done by their legislative assemblies; more by their courts. The American Judiciary By the by, do you know any parallel in modern history to the absurdity of our giving a legislative assembly to the Sicilians? Specimens of the Table Talk of Samuel Taylor Coleridge As the towns increased in number, a General Court, or legislative assembly, was established by the colony, in which each town was represented. Outline of Universal History As great work can be done in a parish as in the legislative assemblies with a nation at gaze. Imaginations and Reveries The legislative assembly! representatives of the people, you will avenge it! History of the French Revolution from 1789 to 1814 In Ireland, for this generation at least, it would be impossible to secure in a legislative assembly majorities representative of the class we wish to see emancipated. The National Being Some Thoughts on an Irish Polity Colony charters, charters of rights and liberties, public discussion, legislative assemblies, and liberty under law were from the first made the foundation stones upon which self-government in America was built up. The History of Education; educational practice and progress considered as a phase of the development and spread of western civilization The invasion of the Scots in 1640 made it necessary for Charles to assemble that body known as the Long Parliament, one of the most memorable of all legislative assemblies. Outline of Universal History In all legislative assemblies of Europe, republicans and absolutists alike draw arguments from America. Castilian Days In a report, drawn up at the command of the legislative assembly, he was accused of intending to betray the state and overthrow the revolution. History of the French Revolution from 1789 to 1814 There is but one Australian colony in which the legislative assembly is elected; in the others it is appointed for life, or for short terms. Woman and the Republic — a Survey of the Woman-Suffrage Movement in the United States and a Discussion of the Claims and Arguments of Its Foremost Advocates His successor, Hardenburg, extended the rights of citizenship, and laid the foundations of government by legislative assemblies. The History of Education; educational practice and progress considered as a phase of the development and spread of western civilization Is there in any legislative assembly in the world a man, as the world judges, of more transcendent capacity? Speeches on Questions of Public Policy, Volume 1 The word "honor" is still used in all legislative assemblies, even in England and America. Castilian Days These unfortunate persons were taken especially from the two dissentient classes, the nobles and the clergy, who were charged with conspiracy under the legislative assembly. History of the French Revolution from 1789 to 1814 A new legislative assembly was chosen to support a republic, in which the most distinguished men of France, of all opinions, were represented. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 10 European Leaders Show the statesman-like character of the proposals made in the legislative assemblies of France for the organization of national education. The History of Education; educational practice and progress considered as a phase of the development and spread of western civilization In constitutional monarchies ministers enjoy the powers which were once given to the favorites of royalty; they rise and fall with majorities in legislative assemblies. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 09 European Statesmen His instinct, under adequate pressure, is always to overrule anything repugnant to him that a legitimate legislative assembly may have done. The Theory of Social Revolutions Such was the history of the legislative assembly. History of the French Revolution from 1789 to 1814 He has to manage an unpractical legislative assembly, clamorous for new privileges, and attend to the complicated affairs of a great empire, and direct his diplomatic agents in every country of Europe. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 10 European Leaders It is agreed, that the Commons were no part of the great council, till some ages after the Conquest; and that the military tenants alone of the crown composed that supreme and legislative assembly. The History of England, Volume I He instituted legislative assemblies to discuss peace and war, and elect the great officers of state. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 02 Jewish Heroes and Prophets Others followed, and when, in 1668, the first legislative assembly met at Elizabethtown, it was largely made up of emigrants from New England. The Real America in Romance, Volume 6; a Century Too Soon (A Story Accordingly, when the audience took place, Duchastel, who headed the deputation, said to him laconically: "Sire, the national legislative assembly is sitting; we are deputed to inform you of this." History of the French Revolution from 1789 to 1814 They were at once the directors of a trading company, a legislative assembly, a court of justice, and an executive body: more even than this, for they regulated the private affairs of families and individuals. The Jesuits in North America in the Seventeenth Century In a legislative assembly, where all are supposed to be able to address an audience, and some are expected to be eloquent, only two or three can be heard in a day. The Old Roman World, : the Grandeur and Failure of Its Civilization. A majority in Parliament insisted upon taxing the colonists; the colonists maintained that taxation without representation is tyranny,— that they could be justly taxed only through their own legislative assemblies. General History for Colleges and High Schools Furthermore, he articulated the right of resistance, the supremacy of legislative assemblies, and the responsibility of rulers to answer to their subjects. Our Legal Heritage : 600-1776 King Aethelbert - King George III Dumouriez experienced, in declaring himself against the convention, the fate which Lafayette experienced when he declared himself against the legislative assembly, and Bouillé when he declared against the constituent assembly. History of the French Revolution from 1789 to 1814 A typical bill of rights also provides that the laws of the state shall not be suspended except by the legislative assembly, and includes the traditional limitations on behalf of private rights. Problems in American Democracy Queen Anne's war commenced, Delaware secured a separate legislative assembly, 1710. A Brief History of the United States Parliament consisted of two legislative assemblies or "Houses," neither one of which could make laws without the consent of the other. A Political and Social History of Modern Europe V.1. If we consider the progress of theological science, and of ecclesiastical organisation, we find that the great controversies were resolved, and the great legislative assemblies convened, in the Eastern Empire. Medieval Europe It declared itself immediately the national legislative assembly. History of the French Revolution from 1789 to 1814 The divorce law of Nevada was enacted by the first territorial legislative assembly in 1861. Reno — a Book of Short Stories and Information A Cabinet which included persons not members of the legislative assembly might still perform all useful duties. The English Constitution A provisional government was formed, the legislative assembly was dissolved, and all the court paraphernalia of the imperial establishment disappeared. A History of the Nations and Empires Involved and a Study of the Events Culminating in the Great Conflict The constitution conferred upon the Council of Ancients, the right to decide upon the place of meeting for both legislative assemblies. Napoleon Bonaparte The Centre of the legislative assembly was sincerely attached to the new order of things. History of the French Revolution from 1789 to 1814 The scandalous scenes lately enacted in a certain legislative assembly because an M.P. did not believe in a practice denounced by his creed, will be the wonder and ridicule of our descendants. The Book of the Thousand Nights and a Night — Volume 11 [Supplement] The defining characteristic of that government is the choice of the executive ruler by the legislative assembly; but when there are three parties a satisfactory choice is impossible. The English Constitution Is the scope of measures, within the capabilities of any legislative assembly of modern times, comprehensive enough to embrace every thing of importance to a Catholic people, such as the Irish nation has ever been? Irish Race in the Past and the Present We will have a legislative assembly of two chambers, such as you have in the United States. Ten Days That Shook the World They had absolutely refused to take part in any election called by that Government and had continued to keep alive their own legislative assembly. An Anti-Slavery Crusade; a chronicle of the gathering storm The first territorial election was held on August 4, and the legislative assembly then elected held its first meeting on September 22. The Story of the Mormons, from the date of their origin to the year 1901 The great scene of debate, the great engine of popular instruction and political controversy, is the legislative assembly. The English Constitution Such a military force as this was a far stronger restraint on the regal power than any legislative assembly. Critical and Historical Essays — Volume 1 Of the duties of a legislative assembly, the noble lord, and some of those gentlemen who support his bill, seem to me to have formed a very imperfect notion. Miscellaneous Writings and Speeches — Volume 4 The acts of legislative assemblies, and the correspondence of diplomatists, would not have been disgraced by rants worthy only of a college declamation. Miscellaneous Writings and Speeches — Volume 2 The undisguised frauds at elections, the open accusations of bribery in legislative assemblies, the accusations of corruption connected with still higher offices—of these we read daily in the public prints. Female Suffrage: a Letter to the Christian Women of America Of all legislative assemblies it is the most peripatetic. North America — Volume 1 Such had been the fate of legislative assemblies as powerful, as much respected, as high-spirited, as the English Lords and Commons. Critical and Historical Essays — Volume 1 Why, Sir, did ever any legislative assembly abdicate its functions in so humiliating a manner? Miscellaneous Writings and Speeches — Volume 4 By repelling worthy men from your legislative assemblies, it has bred up a class of candidates for the suffrage, who, in their every act, disgrace your Institutions and your people's choice. All the Year Round: Contributions We meet them in society; we read them in the public prints; we hear of them in grave legislative assemblies, in the Congress of the Republic, in the Imperial Parliament of Great Britain. Female Suffrage: a Letter to the Christian Women of America In a coach there is no police to check tongues, and legislative assemblies have set the fashion of public discussion. A Start in Life Perhaps it may be laid down as a general rule that a legislative assembly, not constituted on democratical principles, cannot be popular long after it ceases to be weak. Critical and Historical Essays — Volume 1 Goupil's argument produced what journalists who report the sittings of legislative assemblies are wont to call "profound sensation." Ursula |
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