The Georgia Seal- seen here on the Georgia Flag- contains the state motto "Wisdom, Justice, and Moderation." Historians believe
this motto is meant to represent which of these? A) the three regions of Georgia B) the three capitals of the state C) the three branches of government D) the three periods of Georgia history I need help
The seal of state of Georgia consist of an image of constitution, it is represented as an arch supported by three pillars. There pillars are a symbolic representation of the three branches of the government; The judicial, the executive and the legislature. Three words Wisdom, Justice and Moderation hang from the pillars. A guardian with drawn sword is also represented near the pillar on the extreme right, it symbolises that the guardian is protecting the principles of the constitution. State of Georgia is written on the top, and at the bottom "1776".
The other side of the seal has " Agriculture and commerce" written on the top. At the centre a ship with anchor is represented near a wharf that is receiving bales of cotton and hogheads. Small boats are also represented that shows internal traffic. A sheep in the shade tree and a man plowing the field show the agricultural aspects of the state.
It is believed that “Wisdom, Justice, and Moderation” refer to the three branches of government in Georgia. “Wisdom" could refer to the Legislative branch and its need to make good and "wise" laws. "Justice" would be referring to the Judicial branch and "justice" in a court of law. Finally, "Moderation” can refer to the Executive branch and its administering of the laws created by the General Assembly. Also, keep in mind that here are more than just three regions of Georgia, and there have been five capitals in its history.
Imperial presidency term was used by Arthur M. Schlesinger,
Jr. to describe the presidency of the United States. Schlesinger wrote the book
The Presidency because of his concerns that US presidency was uncontrollable
and according to him, exceeded the constitutional limit. This book is where the
term imperial presidency became notable.
