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The Federalist PapersA reintroduction and reading of the Federalist Papers, first penned in 1787-1788, to support and defend the Nation's New Constitution. As you listen to the subsequent writings throughout this podcast, and contemplate the task they were trying to... Author: Dick Barr
A reintroduction and reading of the Federalist Papers, first penned in 1787-1788, to support and defend the Nation's New Constitution. As you listen to the subsequent writings throughout this podcast, and contemplate the task they were trying to achieve, you might ask yourself if history is repeating itself and if our nation, its people and their representatives need a reminder on why this constitution is necessary to satisfy the nations needs today as it did in 1787. The ensuing podcasts will be relatively short, typically between 5 and 10 minutes each. They will consist of a brief summary of the Paper Number, followed by a full reading of the text, as originally published. Language: en Genres: History Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Federalist 25 - The Powers Necessary to the Common Defense Further Considered
Episode 25
Sunday, 5 November, 2023
In Federalist Paper No. 25, Alexander Hamilton continues to make the case for a strong national defense, emphasizing the drawbacks of relying solely on state militias. Hamilton argues that state militias are generally ill-equipped and lack the discipline to effectively defend the nation against foreign threats. He suggests that a standing federal army, operating under the guidance of a centralized government, is essential for national security. By doing so, Hamilton seeks to debunk the idea that state militias could replace a federal military force, stressing that such an approach would weaken the United States in the face of external threats.
