Yet he liked the resulting Constitution enough to become chief advocate for its approval by the states. Hamilton wrote the bulk of the essays that argued most convincingly for ratification.

The Constitution was uncovered two years ... give up a share of liberty to preserve the rest," Washington wrote. The last time a US Constitution like this went under the gavel was in 1891, and ...

The American Constitution Americans believe that freedom of speech and expression are essential for any democracy. To debate and vote, to assemble and protest, to worship, to ensure justice for ...