Lecture #11

Question 1

Auxiliary Precautions

Answer 1

Mechanisms and structures put in place within a government to prevent the abuse of power and to protect individual rights
*Madison’s Federalist papers

Question 2

Constitutional Means

Answer 2

Methods and Processes established by a constitution for the exercise of governmental powers and the protection of individual rights
*government operates within the Law and respects citizen’s rights

Question 3

Multiplicity of interests and sects

Answer 3

Existence of a wide variety of groups, beliefs, and interests within a society
-factions can emerge
-Requires social cohesion

Question 4

Primary Control

Answer 4

Mechanism by which the government is held accountable to the people
*In Federalist 51, emphasizes that ultimate authority of the government is derived from the consent of the governed

Question 5

What defects of the American System is Hamilton most concerned with? How does the Constitution Work to resolve these issues?

Answer 5

*weak central government>stronger authority
*No management of Funds>Taxes
*Lack of Unity>bicameral legislature
*Ineffective Legislative Process> Checks and Balances
*No military to manage mutability
-Federalism
-Ability to make amendments

Question 6

Why does Hamilton think it is so important to carefully consider and design the national Congress?

Answer 6

It is fundamental for a strong, effective, and legitimate government that could address needs of the nation while safeguarding against the dangers of tyranny and factionalism

Question 7

According to Madison, why is government necessary at all?

Answer 7

Maintaining order, promoting the common good, and protecting rights

Question 8

What is the primary check on government power?

Answer 8

The dependence on the consent of the people

Question 9

What are the elements of institutional design which Madison highlights as especially important?

Answer 9

Balance of power, checks and balances, representation, accountability, Faction management, and auxiliary precautions

Question 10

Why does Madison think these elements are so important for the proper functioning of our government?

Answer 10

Prevent tyranny, promote stability, encourage civic engagement, protect rights

Question 11

According to Fed 51, The organization of government should reflect what consideration?

Answer 11

Human nature