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.
 Brutus 1:
Fears of overly strong federal government that will “possess absolute and uncontrollable power” including authority to commission a standing national army.
Enlightenment document that espouses “natural rights” and lists colonies’ grievances against England.
Weak founding document that provides for a loose confederation of states with a weak legislative branch and no executive branch.
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.
Claims that separation of powers and checks and balances will suppress / restrain tyranny.
Exposes deep injustice; argues for nonviolent resistance.