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The Federalist Papers

A Collection of Essays Written in Favour of the New Constitution as Agreed Upon by the Federal Convention September 17, 1787

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The Federalist Papers consist of eighty-five articles and essays authored by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay, advocating for the ratification of the United States Constitution. Initially published in 1787 as anonymous letters to New York newspapers, their primary aim was to sway public opinion in favor of the Constitution. In Federalist No. 1, Hamilton framed the debate in broader political terms, emphasizing the significance of the American experiment in self-governance. He posed a pivotal question about humanity's ability to create effective governance through reflection and choice rather than relying on chance and coercion. A key highlight is Federalist No. 10, where Madison addresses the dangers of majority faction rule and champions the idea of a large, commercial republic, which is often viewed as the most philosophically significant essay. This is further supported by Federalist No. 14, where Madison assesses the United States' suitability for an extended republic and defends the Constitution. Hamilton, in Federalist No. 70, argues for a singular executive leader, while Federalist No. 78 lays the foundation for judicial review by federal courts. Despite being centuries old, these essays continue to be a cornerstone of American political philosophy.

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The Federalist Papers, Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, John Jay

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Titre
The Federalist Papers
Sous-titre
A Collection of Essays Written in Favour of the New Constitution as Agreed Upon by the Federal Convention September 17, 1787
Langue
Anglais
Publié
2015
Format
souple
Pages
440
ISBN10
0692528318
ISBN13
9780692528310
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The Federalist Papers consist of eighty-five articles and essays authored by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay, advocating for the ratification of the United States Constitution. Initially published in 1787 as anonymous letters to New York newspapers, their primary aim was to sway public opinion in favor of the Constitution. In Federalist No. 1, Hamilton framed the debate in broader political terms, emphasizing the significance of the American experiment in self-governance. He posed a pivotal question about humanity's ability to create effective governance through reflection and choice rather than relying on chance and coercion. A key highlight is Federalist No. 10, where Madison addresses the dangers of majority faction rule and champions the idea of a large, commercial republic, which is often viewed as the most philosophically significant essay. This is further supported by Federalist No. 14, where Madison assesses the United States' suitability for an extended republic and defends the Constitution. Hamilton, in Federalist No. 70, argues for a singular executive leader, while Federalist No. 78 lays the foundation for judicial review by federal courts. Despite being centuries old, these essays continue to be a cornerstone of American political philosophy.