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The History of Revolutionary Ideas: French Revolution 1: Sieyès

Past Present Future

CHAPTER

Shifts in Authority: The Early French Revolution

This chapter examines the transformative power dynamics during the early French Revolution, highlighting the shift from monarchy to a legislative assembly. It explores the philosophical debates surrounding governance, representation, and the role of a head of state, contrasting French and American systems. The discussion also delves into competing political ideologies and the complexities of electoral systems, reflecting on the meaning of popular sovereignty and accountability in a revolutionary context.

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