Founding Documents - AP GOV

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Declaration of Independence

July 4, 1776

Announced separation of American colonies from British rule

56 signitures

6 truths

4 unalienable rights

4 main ideas

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Articles of Confederation

March 1, 1781

Describes function of national government after Independence

States had power to tax and enforce laws

Replaced due to weak federal government

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Federalist No. 10

November 1787

Written by James Madison

Wanted large republic to better regulate factions and minority groups

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Brutus No. 1

October 1787

Written by Robert Yates

Believed powerful federal government would threaten states right and personal liberties

Wanted small republics where citizens could directly influence government

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Federalist No. 51

February 8, 1788

Written by James Madison

Need for Checks and Balances

Separation of power and federalism

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Federalist No. 70

March 15, 1788

Written by Alexander Hamilton

Wanted strong, single executive leader for fast and stronger decision making

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Federalist No. 78

May 1788

Written by Alexander Hamilton

Emphasized importance of judicial review

Ensures law align with Constitution

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Letter from Birmingham Jail

April 16, 1963

Martin Luther King Jr.

Supports non-violent protest and civil disobedience

Criticized white moderates