gov midterm federalist papers

No. 10

James Madison - Federal> State gov.

Factions were “radical”, he hoped to maintain individuality w/in factions

weakness: Strong federal gov while keeping factions cannot work

No. 14

James Madison - Supports national gov w/ check and balances

Constitution protects the republic and consequently improves the quality of life

Weakness: Expansion weakness democracy

No. 39

James Madison - Defines and Defends the republic in favor of society

Weakness: Does not clarify how upper class is kept from holding too much power

No. 51

James Madison - Powers are exercised separately; sets up a bicameral (two chamber) legislature. Also sets up checks and balances to defend the rights of the public

Weakness: Deciding to choose between bicameral vs. unicameral

No. 70

A. Hamilton - Argues for one executive (president) advises against multitude (creates weak authority)

Peoples rights/ responsibilities are difficult to track with a multitude and people lose track of their authority

Weakness: Vague, close to monarchy; no term lengths or titles (could be a dictator)

No. 78

A. Hamilton - Judicial review (judge appointment)

Less maintenance, argues the same for pres

weakness: congress should be able to overrule

No. 84

A. Hamilton - Bill of rights is dangerous and unnecessary. Constitution should regulate fed. Not state; argues in favor of federal taxes and better communications

Weakness: Bill Of rights is necessary to ensure certain liberties