New Federalist Papers

Essays in Defense of the Constitution (A Twentieth Century Fund Book)

Autor*innen

• Alan Brinkley

Parameter

• 194 Seiten
• 7 Lesestunden

• Geschichte
• Politik
• Politikwissenschaft
• Sachliteratur

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The book offers a defense of representative democracy as envisioned by the framers of the Constitution, addressing contemporary political controversies that challenge foundational principles. Drawing parallels to the original Federalist Papers, the authors highlight the risks associated with diminishing federal power. They advocate for public discourse to thoughtfully engage with critical issues such as gun control, term limits, flag burning, balanced budget amendments, and campaign finance reform, emphasizing the importance of reasoned debate in preserving democratic values.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 1997
• Einband: Paperback