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| | Joseph Story: Distribution of Powers |
 | | As it is tacitly assumed, as a fundamental basis in the constitution of the United States, in the distribution of its powers, it may be worth inquiry, what is the true nature, object, and extent of the maxim, and of the reasoning, by which it is supported. |
 | | The latter, by the mode of their appointment, as well as by the nature and permanency of it, are too far removed from the people to share much in their professions. |
 | | It was said, that the several departments of power were distributed, and blended in such a manner, as at once to destroy all symmetry and beauty of form; and to expose some of the essential parts of the edifice to the danger of being crushed by the disproportionate weight of the other parts. |
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