TED: Hamilton vs. Madison and the birth of American partisanship | Noah Feldman

The video challenges common misconceptions about US partisanship, tracing its roots back to the founding of the Republic. It highlights James Madison's role in creating the Constitution, which was designed to manage factional disagreements. The conflict between Madison and Hamilton led to the formation of the first political parties. The Constitution's features, such as freedom of speech and separation of powers, help manage partisanship. The video concludes with a call to action for political engagement.

How did Madison respond to Hamilton's financial policies?

What was the outcome of the elections following the establishment of the Federalist and Republican parties?

What features of the Constitution helped manage partisanship according to the speaker?

What is the speaker's final message regarding partisanship and the Constitution?