Question 1:
How did Thomas Jefferson envision the American Republic? In what ways did Hamilton oppose this vision? Who eventually succeeded and how?
Question 2:
Investigate the Articles of Confederation and the Constitution in terms of government and power. Was the Constitution truly revolutionary and unique from Britain’s colonial rule? Explore whether you think the Constitution was establishing a new, unique leadership, or whether it just served to disassociate with Britain, without changing the nature of government.
Please read the week 3 readings and make sure to reference the textbook citation throughout the essay (every paragraph). The reference for the textbook is Making America: A History of the United States Volume I Carol Berkin, Christopher L. Miller, Robert Cherny, and James Gormley, 7th edition, Cengage Learning, 9781285194806.