Sieyès envisioned a and a to act as the shell of the national government. The would present laws and discuss ratification of these laws in front of a jury. This jury would not have any say in terms of what the laws granted consist of, but rather whether or not these laws passed. The would be renewed from the national list. The main responsibility of the was to choose the members of the two legislative bodies, and protect the constitution by right of absorption. By this curious provision, the could forcibly elect to its ranks any individual deemed dangerous to the safety of the state, who would then be disqualified from any other office. This was a way to keep a closer eye on anyone who threatened the state. The power of the was extended to electing the titular head of government, the . The would hold office for life but have no power. If the threatened to become dangerous, the would absorb him. The central idea of Sieyès' plan was a division of power.