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Federalist Paper #62
Deb Shelton Quiz 11-5-14
Question | Answer |
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Who wrote Federalist Paper No. 62? | Madison |
What is the Category? | The Senate |
What is the Purpose? | Qualification of senators, method by which they are elected, equal representation in the Senate, and number of Senators 6-year term |
Why is equal representation important? | 2 opposing principles; make sure everything is treated fairly, congress decided to split the house, one equal one proportional |
Differences in the qualifications | 1. Indirectly elected by State legislatures 2. Have to be a citizen longer 3. Have to be older |
Why are their qualifications different? | Can have a select group of men that know what they are doing, serve longer, and have a broader knowledge of government affairs |
What problems does indirect election of senators solve? | 1. The liberties of the people will be more secure 2. Prevent house from passing bad laws 3. Stability in the government |
Madison defended the Senate... | no law or resolution |