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On May 28, 1788, Alexander Hamilton published Federalist 78—titled “The Judicial Department.” In this famous Federalist Paper essay, Hamilton offered, perhaps, the most powerful defense of judicial review in the American constitutional canon.
Summary. This section of six chapters deals with the proposed structure of federal courts, their powers and jurisdiction, the method of appointing judges, and related matters. A first important consideration was the manner of appointing federal judges, and the length of their tenure in office.
Federalist No. 78 discusses the power of judicial review. It argues that the federal courts have the job of determining whether acts of Congress are constitutional and what must be done if the government is faced with the things that are done on the contrary of the Constitution.
The Federalist Papers Summary and Analysis of Essay 78. Hamilton begins by telling the readers that this paper will discuss the importance of an independent judicial branch and the meaning of judicial review. The Constitution proposes the federal judges hold their office for life, subject to good behavior.
Full text of Federalist No. 78. The Judiciary Department. From McLEAN'S Edition, New York. Author: Alexander Hamilton. To the People of the State of New York: WE PROCEED now to an examination of the judiciary department of the proposed government.
INTRODUCTION. This is the first of five essays by Publius (in this case, Hamilton) on the judiciary. The heart of this essay covers the case for the duration of judges in office. Publius points out that their lifetime appointments are guaranteed only “during good behavior.”
If men were angels, no government would be necessary. If angels were to govern men,...
