Representation and the Removal of State Capitals, 1776--1812.

Authors :: Zagarri, Rosemarie
Source :: Journal of American History; Mar1988, Vol. 74 Issue 4, p1239-1256, 18p, 1 Black and White Photograph, 1 Graph, 1 Map
Publication Year :: 1988
Abstract: Presents the history of the fundamental principle in the representation and removal of state capitals in the U.S. Proportional representation method used during the revolutionary era to sought means of equalizing representation; Number of states that moved seats of government between 1776 and 1812; Views of political thinkers James Madison and Thomas Jefferson on the concept of centrality.