Cox, Samuel Sullivan (1824-1889) The Cabinet in Congress. Speeches of Hon. S.S. Cox, of Ohio, on the Joint Resolution to Admit the Cabinet into the House of Representatives, for Debate, etc. Delivered in the House of Representatives, January 26, 1865.
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01265.40 Author/Creator: Cox, Samuel Sullivan (1824-1889) Place Written: Washington, D.C. Type: Pamphlet Date: 1865 Pagination: 16 p. ; 22 x 14 cm. Order a Copy
Argues against the admission of cabinet members to hold seats in the House of Representatives. Contends that it goes against the spirit of the Constitution and may lead to subserviency to the executive power.
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