The Nature and Number of the Executive(s)
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The Virginia plan* proposed a separate executive branch for the new form of government. The delegates needed to decide on the nature of the executive department and how many individuals would fill it.
*the Virginia plan (Yale University – Avalon Project)
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– The debate begins
– A single Executive suggested
– A single Executive approved – Revisionary Council for Veto rejected
– Revisionary Council (Veto) Revisited
– Senate Appointed by Chief Executive
– Report on Randolph Propositions
