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Essays on the Constitution of the United States

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"Essays on the Constitution of the United States" by Paul Leicester Ford is a historical collection published in the late 19th century. This work compiles various essays and letters that were central to the discussions surrounding the ratification of the U.S. Constitution in the years immediately following its proposal in 1787. The essays represent a range of viewpoints from prominent political figures of the time, showcasing pivotal debates that influenced the formation of the Constitution and American governance. The opening of this volume introduces an editor's perspective on the origins and significance of the selected writings, emphasizing their rarity and importance in understanding the foundational period of American history. It highlights the historical context of the ratification debates, referring to the contributions of notable figures such as James Sullivan and Roger Sherman, who articulated various arguments for and against the proposed Constitution. The editor notes that the writings of these statesmen are invaluable for understanding the intentions and concerns that shaped the Constitution, revealing the political dynamics and motives at play during this critical time in the nation's establishment.

Essays on the Constitution of the United States, from the public domain. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #31891.

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  1. 1.Introduction8,350 words
  2. 2.Section 5: , of the new constitution, says, Each house shall be a judge of1,892 words
  3. 3.Section I: , of article II. further provides, That the president shall,119 words
  4. 4.Section 3: , of article II. provides, That the president of the United357 words
  5. 5.Section 1: , of article III. provides, That the judicial power of the United473 words
  6. 6.Section 2: , of Article III. provides, among other things, that the trial of296 words
  7. 7.Section 3: , of article III. provides, that Congress shall have power to114 words
  8. 8.Section 2: , of article IV. provides, that the citizens of each state shall386 words
  9. 9.Section 4: , of article IV. says, The United States shall guarantee to every (1)8,760 words
  10. 10.Section 4: , of article IV. says, The United States shall guarantee to every (2)8,928 words
  1. 11.Section 4: , of article IV. says, The United States shall guarantee to every (3)8,760 words
  2. 12.Section 4: , of article IV. says, The United States shall guarantee to every (4)8,852 words
  3. 13.Section 4: , of article IV. says, The United States shall guarantee to every (5)8,912 words
  4. 14.Section 4: , of article IV. says, The United States shall guarantee to every (6)8,816 words
  5. 15.Section 4: , of article IV. says, The United States shall guarantee to every (7)8,626 words
  6. 16.Section 4: , of article IV. says, The United States shall guarantee to every (8)8,865 words
  7. 17.Section 4: , of article IV. says, The United States shall guarantee to every (9)8,730 words
  8. 18.Section 4: , of article IV. says, The United States shall guarantee to every (10)8,412 words
  9. 19.Section 4: , of article IV. says, The United States shall guarantee to every (11)8,545 words
  10. 20.Section 4: , of article IV. says, The United States shall guarantee to every (12)6,668 words