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What did Federalist Paper 51 support?
What did Federalist Paper 51 support?
It defended the checks and balances system in the constitution.
Who wrote Federalist Paper 51?
Who wrote Federalist Paper 51?
James Madison.
What are Checks and Balances?
What are Checks and Balances?
A system that allows each branch of government to limit the powers of the other branches in order to prevent abuse of power.
What power would people have according to Federalist Paper 51?
What power would people have according to Federalist Paper 51?
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In Federalist Paper 70, why is a strong executive branch needed?
In Federalist Paper 70, why is a strong executive branch needed?
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Who wrote Federalist Paper 70?
Who wrote Federalist Paper 70?
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In Federalist 70, how does it describe The Articles of Confederation?
In Federalist 70, how does it describe The Articles of Confederation?
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What did Hamilton say about having a single executive government?
What did Hamilton say about having a single executive government?
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Who wrote Federalist Paper 78?
Who wrote Federalist Paper 78?
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What type of Judicial branch does Federalist Paper 78 support?
What type of Judicial branch does Federalist Paper 78 support?
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How do we know the Justices on the Supreme Court will be fair?
How do we know the Justices on the Supreme Court will be fair?
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How powerful are the Justices?
How powerful are the Justices?
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Study Notes
Federalist Paper 51
- Supports the system of checks and balances within the Constitution, ensuring that no branch of government becomes too powerful.
- Authored by James Madison, emphasizing the necessity of maintaining individual liberties against potential government overreach.
- Advocates that government branches should rely on the will of the people, highlighting the importance of public consent in governance.
Federalist Paper 70
- Argues for a strong executive branch to effectively protect the country, administer laws, uphold property rights, and secure liberty.
- Written by Alexander Hamilton, who critiques the inefficiencies of a plural executive.
- Describes the Articles of Confederation as having a weak executive, insufficient for a cohesive and effective government.
- Emphasizes that a single executive is safer due to the potential for conflict when multiple individuals are involved in decision-making processes.
Federalist Paper 78
- Advocates for an independent judicial branch, crucial for the protection of constitutional principles and individual rights.
- Also authored by Alexander Hamilton, who argues that the judiciary must be insulated from political pressures.
- Ensures that justices serve life terms to promote fairness and continuity in the judiciary.
- Justices possess interpretative power over laws but lack enforcement capabilities, underscoring their role as neutral arbiters rather than active enforcers.
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This quiz features flashcards covering essential concepts from Federalist Papers No. 51, 70, and 78. Test your knowledge on the key ideas such as checks and balances and the authors of these foundational texts, particularly focusing on James Madison's contributions. Perfect for students studying American government and political philosophy.
