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It was clear that by virtue of these titles and honours, it was assumed that recipients enjoyed political and economic advantages over the majority of citizens, and this was antithetical to the egalitarian spirit of the Constitution. The prohibition of titles of nobility have been a corner stone of republican government, for so long as they are excluded, there can never be serious danger that the government will be any other than that of the people.

Just wondering how it would be perceived across the water.



You are correct as to Article I Section 9 of the Constitution, and the intent thereof. What do Americans think about it? Depends on who you ask.

If Reagan had received a Knighthood under circumstances similar to Teddy the K, the cries of foul would still be heard on high; but this is a Kennedy. (See also Above the Law) As it stands, I sense that there will be much fawning upon the reigning monarch of Camelot. Some may even see it as making up for the last Kennedy with an inflated sense of entitlement who was rebuffed in her campaign for an appointment to the Senate.

I do not hesitate to state that accepting such a title is treasonous. But then again, I am one of the peonage who actually have to abide by our laws.

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