The Authorship of Federalist 70: Alexander Hamilton’s Vision of Executive Power
Words: 655 1671The Federalist Papers a collection of 85 essays written to support the ratification of the United States Constitution are among the most significant documents in American political history. Federalist 70 one of these essays is particularly notable for its robust defense of a single executive leader which shaped the foundation of the American presidency. This essay was penned by none other than Alexander Hamilton one of the Founding Fathers and a fervent advocate for a strong central government. Hamilton's authorship […]