jan 1, 1788 - Federalist Papers

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Written by John Jay, James Madison, and Alexander Hamilton to Garner support for elections for who to send for a ratification of the Constitution assembly. Considered most important American contributions to political thought and persuaded the public to participate in government. Included "extend the sphere," Madison's idea that the US was better off being large because then no one part could overthrow the other.

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