First, Stephen Austin led settlers into Texas. Then, Texas rebels were wiped out of the Alamo. Then, Texas gained independence. Lastly, Texas became the 28th state.
Do you know the context?
I suppose the quotation is stressing that the writer has put a lot of effort into getting their argument/grievances heard by the parliament, and that said parliament is 'tyrannical', implying that it rules without concern for the people or accountability to them. It seems that the quote may be a way of justifying some later action, essentially saying; 'we've tried and failed to do this in the proper way, so now we must be more forceful'.
<em>The <u>Executive Branch</u> has a Governor.</em>
The Gulf of Tonkin Resolution was created and used during the Vietnam War. The resolution gave the president nearly unlimited control over the U.S. military.
