For fear of an elective king [electronic resource] : George Washington and the presidential title controversy of 1789 / Kathleen Bartoloni-Tuazon.
2014
JK511 .B39 2014eb
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For fear of an elective king [electronic resource] : George Washington and the presidential title controversy of 1789 / Kathleen Bartoloni-Tuazon.
ISBN
9780801471919 (electronic book)
9780801452987
9780801452987
Published
Ithaca, New York : Cornell University Press, 2014.
Copyright
©2014
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English
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1 online resource (x, 252 pages)
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JK511 .B39 2014eb
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973.4/1
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
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Table of Contents
Introduction : the title controversy and the early presidency
"An improper distinction of ranks" : the persistence of titles
The third body of Washington : sovereignties in confusion
Protecting the presidency : a republican dilemma
Debating a "doubtful power" : the legislative battle engaged
"Strange contradictions" : the people confront status distinction
A "dangerous vice" : leaders under scrutiny
Conclusion : the path to American democratic leadership.
"An improper distinction of ranks" : the persistence of titles
The third body of Washington : sovereignties in confusion
Protecting the presidency : a republican dilemma
Debating a "doubtful power" : the legislative battle engaged
"Strange contradictions" : the people confront status distinction
A "dangerous vice" : leaders under scrutiny
Conclusion : the path to American democratic leadership.