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Federalist 10

Argues that factions are bad but inevitable; A large, representative republic with a decentralized system of government can prevent majority factions assuming too much power.

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Brutus 1

Fears of overly strong federal government that will “possess absolute and uncontrollable power” including authority to commission a standing national army.

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The US Declaration of Independence

Enlightenment document that espouses “natural rights” and lists colonies’ grievances against England.

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The Articles of Confederation

Weak founding document that provides for a loose confederation of states with a weak legislative branch and no executive branch.

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The United States Constitution, including the Bill of Rights and later amendments

Strong founding document; provides large, strong federal government. Article I Congress; Article II the Executive, Article III the Judiciary. Lots of relevant specific portions including the amendments.

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Federalist 51

Claims that separation of powers and checks and balances will curb tyranny.

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MLK’s Letter from a Birmingham Jail

Exposes deep injustice; argues for nonviolent resistance.

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Federalist 70

Argues for a powerful solitary executive.

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Federalist 78

Cites importance of independent judiciary; judges need life terms.

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