Compact theory refers to two theories related to the development of federal constitutions.
Read more about Compact Theory: Compact Theory in The United States, Compact Theory in Canada
Famous quotes containing the words compact and/or theory:
“What compact mean you to have with us?
Will you be pricked in number of our friends,
Or shall we on, and not depend on you?”
—William Shakespeare (1564–1616)
“Osteopath—One who argues that all human ills are caused by the pressure of hard bone upon soft tissue. The proof of his theory is to be found in the heads of those who believe it.”
—H.L. (Henry Lewis)