Federalist Papers

Question 1

51

Answer 1

JMad explained how governmental design insured separation of functions, made it deliberately inefficient. Outlines 3-pronged solution: 1. Give each branch will of its own keeping them from being dependent on each other 2. Give each branch the means to defend itself 3. “Great security” that each branch will naturally defend itself, the only solution that is not a parchment solution

Question 2

72, 73

Answer 2

Hamilton, explained the executive powers of the president. 73 explains executive branch protections such as not changing the president salary during his term and giving the president the power of the veto

Question 3

47, 48

Answer 3

JMad explanation of separation of powers, influenced by Montesquieu