Speech on the Reform Bill of 1832
Thomas Babington Macaulay, Speech on the Reform Bill of 1832, March 2, 1831 I will not, sir, at present express any opinion as to the details of the Bill; but having during the last twenty-four hours given the most diligent consideration to its general principles, I have no hesitation in pronouncing it a wise, noble, and comprehensive measure, skillfully framed for the healing of great […]