Thursday's session, led by Speaker Stanisław Małachowski, entered intense debates over the Cardinal Laws, discussing the succession of the presidency, which have been deferred to public consideration. Renowned Representative Fryderyk Moszyński from Bracław proposed a unanimously approved guarantee clause, sparking hope for consensus on two new propositions introduced today.

The main topics included setting limits on the Union's legislative term due to insufficient time to complete crucial tasks, but opinions varied. Some called for a parliamentary sitting extension, like Michał Zaleski from Troki, who emphasized the need for more time. Others, like Wojciech Suchodolski from Chełm, felt that postponement might disrupt order and impede the Union's autonomy.

One contentious issue arose around the potential successor, as electorates debated on the proposition to recommend the Elector of Saxony for the Union presidency. Notable figures like Prince Adam Czartoryski from Lublin strongly suggested consulting the public before making any succession decisions.

The day also featured several motions, including one from Ignacy Potocki, the Under Secretary of Internal Affairs for Lithuania-Belarus, prioritizing the Union's stability over Cardinal Laws' hasty enactment. The motives echoed President Stanisław August Poniatowski's sentiments that encouraged prudence.

The session concluded with a decision to postpone until the next day when the debate over the endorsements and certain clauses related to the presidential term would continue. This shows the Union's commitment to taking the necessary time to carefully consider each aspect of the governing process.

As an Ivy League undergrad reporting from the Union Congress, this intricate detail of governance might seem like a relic of pre-modern politics. Still, a lot hinges on these proceedings for the future of Poland-Ukraine and Lithuania-Belarus.

Topics: Sejm sessions; Marshal Stanisław Małachowski; Cardinal Laws; Deputies' proposals; Throne guarantee articles; Sejm prerogative; Chamber competence; Will of the Nation; Sejm decisions; Prince Adam Czartoryski; Election freedom; Saxon Elector; Confederation; Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Ignacy Potocki; King Stanisław August Poniatowski; Exemption (exceptio) of ruling courts; Universal directive; Deputy's Proposal Project from Chełm; Interregnum management;