The Constitutional Convention discussion

The Constitutional Convention

Documents

The Virginia plan--Read only Randolph's 19 propositions. (They start about halfway down the page)

Madison Debates--June 13

• The New Jersey plan--Read only Mr. Patterson's 9 resolutions.

Madison Debates--June 15

Podcasts

Questioning Freedom: How did the Constitution affect the institution of slavery in America?

Questioning Freedom: The Constitution begins with the words "We the people of the United States"; who were "the people" according to the framers?

Listen to the presentations associated with the following questions by clicking on questions' link.

Dr. Hatzenbuehler Questions

1 What was Hamilton's view of the Constitution and the Role of Government?

2 What was Jefferson's view of the Constitution and the Role of Government?

3 What were the perspectives of Hamilton and Jefferson regarding Foreign Affairs?

4 How do Jefferson's and Hamilton's views currently affect the United States?