Review: The Federalist Papers

The Federalist Papers by Alexander Hamilton
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Profound essays by great minds

I have read selected individual Federalist Papers before, some several times, but never all and in order. The three minds behind them and particularly that of Hamilton continue to impress me with their depth and character. How fortunate we were in 1787-88 to have had such minds assemble a new government. And how fortunate we once were that in that moment they were allowed to so create. It will likely never happen again.

These papers elucidate what some of the “Founders” believed and show how relevant their thoughts remain. Every educated citizen should read these Papers. Too often they are misrepresented. Too often betrayed.

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