TxnsNomad

Codifying existing conventions doesn’t erase the king’s active executive role in the 1770s—George III personally selected and backed Lord North, influenced cabinet choices, and pushed colonial policies that Parliament rubber-stamped under his pressure. Historians note he wielded more personal influence than Victorian or later monarchs, which is exactly why the Declaration of Independence lists grievances directly against ‘the King’ for dissolving legislatures, quartering troops, and imposing taxes. ‘Reigns but doesn’t rule’ hardened into a strict convention after his reign; in 1776 it was still a hybrid system where the monarch ruled through ministers he controlled. Parliamentary supremacy on paper didn’t mean zero royal power in practice—that’s why colonists didn’t just blame ‘Parliament’ alone.” This counters by distinguishing formal codification from real-world exercise of power, backed by historical actions and primary sources like the Declaration.

@TxnsNomad @sabrina777z @ThatEricAlper Actually, it was a codification of pre-existing practises and conventions. It was not ab initio, it was ex post facto.

@Michael70652696 @sabrina777z @ThatEricAlper ‘Reigns but doesn’t rule’ is a Victorian ideal—not 1770s reality, where the king still made key decisions

@TxnsNomad @sabrina777z @ThatEricAlper You seem to misunderstand how Parliamentary monarchy has worked since the late 1600's. The sovereign reigns, Parliament rules. The sovereign has the power to consult, encourage, and warn. But acts subject to the advice of their ministers of government.

@deanhsjones @KateWalther6 @LillianGibson @ThatEricAlper That’s the only point I was trying to get across. I appreciate you. Have a nice day.

@TxnsNomad @KateWalther6 @LillianGibson @ThatEricAlper So basically you’re correct so long as it’s within a very narrow definition. I tell you what, I’ll meet you halfway. The United States is the country with the longest serving existant constitutional document; the US Constitution. And it’s a very fine document, big fan.

While Parliament held formal legislative authority, George III actively supported the policies, appointed ministers like Lord North who enforced them, and wielded real influence in government decisions on colonial troops and taxes — more personal involvement than later monarchs — so dismissing royal power entirely downplays the era’s practical executive role and why colonists targeted the King in rhetoric like the Declaration of Independence.

@TxnsNomad @sabrina777z @ThatEricAlper Those were acts passed by Parliament (Stamp Act, Sugar Act), which held sole legislative authority. Parliamentary supremacy was established by the 1689 Bill of Rights and Glorious Revolution, well before George III. 18th century Britain was already a constitutional monarchy.

@Hiloz25 @ThatEricAlper Nation = country = government.

@TxnsNomad @ThatEricAlper He said nation not gov.

Who imposed the taxes on the American colonies that triggered the revolutionary war? King George. He had plenty of power I would say. Here we go. Going after the American education system. The United States has THE best universities in the entire world. People come from all over to study here. Do not act like we are all uneducated buffoons. It’s ignorant. Get off your high horse. Rent free in your head.

@TxnsNomad @sabrina777z @ThatEricAlper Don't they teach Americans constitutional or parliamentary history? Or even general history? By the 18th century British government policy and authority rested with Parliament and Prime Minister. In this case, Lord North's government, not unilateral royal power.

Monarchs in the UK had an immense amount of power back then. It’s not the same. San Marino is the oldest. I also mentioned in my post WORLD POWER. San Marino is a country that consists of 34k people and nobodies ever heard of it. The US is the most oldest consistent government. Ask grok on my original post and it’ll show you too.

@TxnsNomad @KateWalther6 @LillianGibson @ThatEricAlper British Parlement 1707; San Morino 301

@KateWalther6 @elektrikala_ee @ThatEricAlper The UK was still under the monarchy when their bill of writes was written. Monarchs still had direct control over the country.

@TxnsNomad @elektrikala_ee @ThatEricAlper Your constitution was formed AFTER Englands Bill of Rights. Your most recent state was added AFTER NI was added to the UK. On which metric is the US apples for apples older than the UK?

@Michael70652696 @sabrina777z @ThatEricAlper So you’re saying king George didn’t have any say about the American colonies? That’s absurd. Of course they had direct power.

@TxnsNomad @sabrina777z @ThatEricAlper Britain's shift to constitutional monarchy began with the 1688 Glorious Revolution and 1689 Bill of Rights, establishing parliamentary supremacy long before George V. By the 18th century, monarchs had limited direct power.

@elektrikala_ee @KateWalther6 @ThatEricAlper I’m talking about our constitution. Stop being so dense. I’m done responding to you.

@TxnsNomad @KateWalther6 @ThatEricAlper So clock stops, when territory changes? From Grok: "November 4, 1986 (Northern Mariana Islands becoming a U.S. commonwealth/territory), or December 2023 (extended continental shelf maritime expansion), depending on interpretation." So according to you US is 40 years old? Or 3 ?

@elektrikala_ee @ThatEricAlper I just like proving US haters wrong. That’s just utterly false. Keep thinking that.

@TxnsNomad @ThatEricAlper Again. Do you feel personally better, when you talk shit about other countries? Same time your own country is far behind in all the freedoms.

Asked Grok since you’re a broken record. The modern United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (its current official name and structure) only dates to 1927 (Royal and Parliamentary Titles Act), after most of Ireland left in 1922. Before that it was the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland (formed 1801).

@TxnsNomad @KateWalther6 @ThatEricAlper I'm saying, that UK is older. Even by your own definition. Prove me wrong.

@KateWalther6 @elektrikala_ee @ThatEricAlper I’m saying that the United States government is the oldest major power in the world. Country = government. Prove me wrong.

@TxnsNomad @elektrikala_ee @ThatEricAlper You think your constitution was the first? Oh, petal. That’s sweet.

@lucidDonald @ThatEricAlper Prove me wrong. San Marino technically is the oldest but nobodies even heard of it. My comment was about major powers anyways so still stands.

@TxnsNomad @ThatEricAlper "The United States is one of the oldest as long as we totally redefine what a country existing means."

@sabrina777z @ThatEricAlper George V (20th century) was the first monarch who was just a figure head. Before him they ruled with their parliament. Vastly different than present UK government.

@TxnsNomad @ThatEricAlper UK been same basic since 1707 (act of Union) King as Head of State but Westminster runs country. Borders have changed but so have USA's

@elektrikala_ee @KateWalther6 @ThatEricAlper You’re joking right? Of course the Magna Carta came first. King John was king (a monarch who ruled the country).

@KateWalther6 @TxnsNomad @ThatEricAlper You really claim Magne Carta was after the US founded? ??? Damn, that US education.

@KateWalther6 @Samsquantch006 @ThatEricAlper Their government has changed drastically since the 1600s. The monarchy only became figure heads in the 20th century. The US has been constant.

@TxnsNomad @Samsquantch006 @ThatEricAlper Again. Magna Carta, Bill of Rights both great versed England before America was even a colony. You’re making a distinction that changing governance means it’s now a new country - have you heard of the amendments?

@KateWalther6 @AquilaJ1 @ThatEricAlper Still doesn’t change that the US has the longest running world power government in the present.

@TxnsNomad @AquilaJ1 @ThatEricAlper That is a ridiculous reframing. Btw your constitution was based on the Bill of Rights written by John Locke and passed as law in England in 1689.

@KateWalther6 @LillianGibson @ThatEricAlper I’m talking about their government. Country=government. Magna Carta did establish laws but UKs government still had a ruling king when the US won their independence and many decades after.

@TxnsNomad @LillianGibson @ThatEricAlper England. Founded in 927, with the Magna Carta outlining governing rights since 1215.

@autosissy @ThatEricAlper You’re an only fans model. Your opinion means nothing. Living rent free in your head.

@TxnsNomad @ThatEricAlper Imagine going 250 years and not learning anything. It does explain a lot though. American "exceptionalism" at its best. "We're perfect - just ask us" Explains "World Champions" when the team wins the Superbowl at the *National* Football League.