Unpacking the Federalist Papers

Mary G. summarizes the writings that supported the ratification of our United States Constitution. These short episodes include some background into the lives and culture of our nation's founders.

Episodes

Federalist Paper #1 Rationale for the Republic

May 1, 2025 • 10 mins

Mary gives a wider introduction for the podcast, then Alexander Hamilton's reasons why the country will make each state better as a union. Hamilton's intentions were firm, and he aims to convince his colleagues. He knows the prior confederation wasn't working, and the proposed constitution will preserve our liberty and property. Therefore he's writing to clarify why the constitution should be ratified.

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Fort Laurens

May 1, 2025 • 8 mins

A look into the Fort that bears the name of the President of Continental Congress, Henry Laurens. He advocated for the end of slavery. His son John was an aide to Gen. Washington and was held as a POW by the British off the coast of South Carolina, where he died fighting for our United States. Laurens promoted the constitution in alignment with the Federalist Papers, but did not sign for S. Carolina. He retired, even though h...

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John Jay; Federalist Papers 2, 3, & 4

May 1, 2025 • 16 mins

John Jay states his thoughts on one Federal Government in order to protect and defend the US as listed in the Constitution. He gives reasons that promote diplomacy for peace, and the rationale of having one central defense rather than one per state. Mary G. reminds us to get to know our families and neighbors for a more peaceful existence.

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Federalist Paper #10 to begin!

May 1, 2025 • 12 mins

Some say Federalist Paper number Ten is among the most important. Here, James Madison adds to Hamilton's writings (#9) from a few days earlier. Madison lays out strong reasons for the style of government that is a republic with checks and balances.

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Unpacking the Federalist Papers

Episodes

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John Jay; Federalist Papers 2, 3, & 4

Federalist Paper #10 to begin!

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Federalist Paper #1 Rationale for the Republic

Fort Laurens