R. M. McElroy '96, followed Sterling, and proceeded with the argument by pointing out the advantages of connection between legislative and executive departments over their separation. Because, he stated, (1) it fits our government to meet crises and great and sudden dangers; leaders might be changed to suit emergencies; (b) leaders could provide a voice in laws passed for the occasion; (c) Congress and the President would work in harmony, as both would be responsible for the result; (2) it would give us better and more men in high office, as (a) the premier would be chosen for his past record; (b) ministers would be chosen as leaders of the House; (c) leaders of the opposition would have to debate in order to become candidates; (d) the President's power depends upon his ability; (e) it would open a career worthy of the best minds and therefore they would go into politics.
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Lecture on Steel Bridges.
