The Federalist Papers are perhaps the most cited source when writing about the Constitution. Often, they are simply referred to as the Federalist. In this essay, we will look at what the Federalist is. We will also describe its historical context and purpose.
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Federalism in the American Republic
The United States Constitution created a federal republic. Our government is based on the twin ideas of republicanism and federalism. What does federalism mean, though?
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