Government : Origins : Federalist Papers Assignment
Federalist Papers Assignment
Assignment:
Click here to read Federalist 10, which was written by James Madison.
After reading the document, answer the following questions and submit them to your instructor:
- According to Madison, why should a government not try to remove the causes of factions?
- What did Madison believe would prevent the “unjust majority” from taking control of the government?
- Why did Madison believe that the “spirit of party and faction” would have a negative impact on the government?
- Why did Madison believe that a large government would be more successful than a small government?
Point value: 20 points
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