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“It has been frequently remarked, that it seems to have been reserved to the people of this country to decide, by their conduct and example, the important question, whether societies of men are really capable or not, of establishing good government from reflection and choice, or whether they are forever destined to depend, for their political constitutions, on accident and force.”

Quote by Alexander Hamilton

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The Works of Alexander Hamilton: Comprising His Most Important Official Reports: An Improved Edition of the Federalist, on the New Constitution, Written in 1788; and Pacificus, on the Proclamation of Neutrality, Written in 1793 ...

The Works of Alexander Hamilton is a compilation of key documents penned by Alexander Hamilton, a prominent figure in the early United States. It includes Hamilton's contributions to the Federalist Papers, which were instrumental in advocating for the ratification of the U.S. Constitution, and his defense of the nation's neutrality stance in the face of European conflicts. This volume offers insight into Hamilton's political thought and his role in shaping American governance. 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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