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“The means ought to be proportioned to the end; the persons from whose agency the attainment of any end is expected ought to possess the means by which it is to be attained.”

Quote by Alexander Hamilton

Book:The Federalist
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The Federalist

Written by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay, The Federalist Papers are a series of essays that advocate for the ratification of the United States Constitution. The essays, published under the pseudonym 'Publius,' delve into the philosophical underpinnings of the new government, emphasizing the need for a strong central authority while protecting individual liberties. more

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Alexander Hamilton
Alexander Hamilton

Alexander Hamilton was a Founding Father of the United States, born on January 11, 1757, and died on July 12, 1804. He played a crucial role in the American Revolutionary War and was instrumental in the drafting of the U.S. Constitution. As the first Secretary of the Treasury, Hamilton promoted fiscal stability and economic growth, establishing the First Bank of the United States and proposing solutions for federal debt. His ideas and policies had a profound impact on the early political and economic development of the United States. more

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