Tuesday, September 18, 2007

To be A Federalist or not to be a Federalist.

1.How do you think Shay’s Rebellion influenced the upcoming Constitutional Convention? Consider the plan of the government, and Federalism vs. Anti-Federalism. Note the quotes of Washington and Jefferson.
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HW: Write a Thesis Statement and an outline about the Framers.
Wednesday in Class: Write an essay on philosophers the Framers admired, and how their backgrounds and motives influenced them. How is this reflected positively and/or negatively in the Constitution? Provide evidence for your arguments. Consider Human Nature, personal interest, Shay’s Rebellion, economic interest.
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