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to have an opportunity to speak in favor of it. I remain
on my feet because otherwise somebody gets ahead of me.
THE CHAIRMAN: Delegate Koger, do you desire to
speak in opposition to the Amendment?
DELEGATE KOGER: I rise to speak in opposition to
the Amendment. The world is much smaller today, yet the con-
cepts of freedom are much broader.
Our Constitution must emphasize those forms that
will reflect these changes. As free men, we must recognize
the images of this freedom. We must make sure that our Chief
Executive, like our Legislature and Judiciary, are strong
and are able to carry o'Jt the programs and policies of their
offices.
I do not believe any man or his office should be
bigger than this Convention. I have been told that elected
officials would be best even for my race. However, I believe
that my shining hour will be in my work for the future of my
State, and for my moral convictions. I, therefore, am
opposed to this Amendment.
THE CHAIRMAN: Delegate Churchill Murray?
DELEGATE E. C. MURRAY: I arose to ask a question