Originally, it was 30,000 per representative. The problem accurate representation of the populace. There is NO WAY ON EARTH that one person can accurately represent the opinions of 650,000 citizens.
You’re right it was originally 30K.
I only suggested 250K as a discussion, don’t know what the best number is. But I do know that its too many now.
Pay them a modest salary w/a max of 2-3 staff members. If caught selling their vote, Treason.
Representation does not mean following the mob's wishes.
Your representative owes you, not his industry only, but his judgment; and he betrays instead of serving you if he sacrifices it to your opinion. Edmund Burke Speech to the Electors of Bristol 3 Nov. 1774