Federalist Paper #78 Explained: Government Review

The video explores Federalist Paper 78, focusing on the judiciary's role and its independence. Hamilton argues for the judiciary's necessity and limited power, while Anti-Federalists, represented by Brutus, express concerns over its lack of accountability. Hamilton defends the judiciary as the weakest branch, emphasizing trust in its virtue and adherence to precedent. The video concludes with the importance of judicial review, as affirmed by Marbury v. Madison, and the judiciary's role in safeguarding the Constitution.

What was the main concern of the Anti-Federalists regarding the judiciary as discussed in Federalist Paper 78?

• The judiciary would lack accountability and be too independent.

• Judges would have too much power over financial matters.

• Judges would be too accountable to the public.

• The judiciary would have too much control over the military.

According to Hamilton, why should people not worry about the judiciary's power?

• Judges are elected by the people.

• The judiciary has no control over the military or finances.

• The judiciary can create new laws.

• Judges can be easily removed by Congress.

What is the purpose of judicial review as explained by Hamilton?

• To give judges control over the military.

• To make judges accountable to the public.

• To allow judges to create new laws.

• To ensure laws passed by Congress align with the Constitution.

Which landmark case affirmed the concept of judicial review?

• Plessy v. Ferguson

• Marbury v. Madison

• Roe v. Wade

• Brown v. Board of Education

How does Hamilton view the judiciary in relation to the majority?

• As a tool to enforce majority rule.

• As a safeguard against the tyranny of the majority.

• As a means to empower the majority.

• As a branch that should be controlled by the majority.