The 1787 Constitutional Convention – Presidential Veto Debated
August 15, 1787 (Click to read Madison’s notes on the day) Summary The delegates debated the way bills would be introduced in the legislature and then moved to affirm the power of the president to veto legislation. Madison struck out after four tries to get a committee of revision for legislation. Instead the veto was established … Continue reading “The 1787 Constitutional Convention – Presidential Veto Debated”