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Declaration of Independence
Drafted by Thomas Jefferson, restates the philosophy of natural rights, and provides a foundation for popular sovereignty
Federalist 10
Focused on the superiority of a large republic in controlling the “mischiefs of faction,” delegating authority to elected representatives and dispersing power between the states and the national government
Federalist 51
Explains how constitutional provisions and separation of powers, and checks and balances control potential abuses by majorities
Brutus 1
Adhered to popular democratic theory that emphasized the benefits of a small, decentralized republic while warning of the dangers to personal liberty from a large, centralized government
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