Biography
When was John Jay born and which U.S. state?
December 12, 1745 in New York, N.Y.
When was the Federalist Two published
The Federalist Two was published on October 31, 1787
What was The Federalist Two written for?
Jay wrote The Federalist Two, in order to address the current vulnerability of the new American government due to it's lack of national authority. It addresses how the government lacked the ability to enforce its laws through the Articles of Confederation.
What quote specifically mentions how the topography of the United States binds the country together?
"It has often given me pleasure to observe that independent America was not composed of detached and distant territories, but that one connected, fertile, widespread country was the portion of our western sons of liberty. Providence has in a particular manner blessed it with a variety of soils and productions, and watered it with innumerable streams, for the delight and accommodation of its inhabitants. A succession of navigable waters forms a kind of chain round its borders, as if to bind it together;"
What lessons can be learned from The Federalist Two
The lessons to learn from the Federalist Two is the importance of unity and collective action
What college did Jay attend?
At age 14 in 1764, he attended Kings College (Columbia University).
Who was the targeted audience for The Federalist Two
The Federalist Two's targeted audience was the delegates of New York who were also the least enthusiastic about the document.
What did Jay argue for in The Federalist Two?
Jay argued that the U.S. States needed to remain united, and all adopt the proposed Constitutions federal style of government.
Who does Jay state worked in the convention to preserve the Union?
"It is worthy of remark that not only the first, but every succeeding Congress, as well as the late convention, have invariably joined with the people in thinking that the prosperity of America depended on its Union. To preserve and perpetuate it was the great object of the people in forming that convention, and it is also the great object of the plan which the convention has advised them to adopt."
Why is the Federalist Two considered important in American literature
It is important because offers insights into the founding fathers intention behind the Constitution's ratification.
From 1774 until 1889, John Jay was involved in what legislative body; and helped support which American rebellion?
He was involved in the Continental Congress and was sent on diplomatic missions. He also helped write the N.Y. state constitution and served as Chief Justice. He was a heavy supporter of the American Revolution. In 1778 he was named President of the C.C.. From 1779-1783 he served as minister to Spain and helped Franklin negotiate peace with Great Britain. From 1887-89 he served as Foreign Affairs Secretary under the Articles of Confederation.
What was Jays argument for writing The Federalist Two
Jay argued that the Constitutional Convention provided a better forum for the creation of a government and that the United States needed to stay United.
What did the The Federalist Two help the newly drafted Constitution replace?
It helped the Constitution replace the Articles of Confederation.
Which quote states that God designed the country to inherit a band of brethren?
?This country and this people seem to have been made for each other, and it appears as if it was the design of Providence, that an inheritance so proper and convenient for a band of brethren, united to each other by the strongest ties, should never be split into a number of unsocial, jealous, and alien sovereignties."
How did the Federalist Two influence the ratification of the constitution
Through Jays persuasive arguments he helped concerns about federal power and helped create a more unified government
Jay served this position as the first in the supreme court and is also famously known for what treaty?
He served as the first Chief Justice in the Supreme Court and is most famously known for the Jay Treaty.
How did the Federalist Two reflect the political debates of its time
The Federalist Two papers were part of a larger campaign to obtain support for the Constitution during the ratification process. Jay's argument reconstructed concerns of Federalists who believed in a strong central government. This also addressed the fears of Anti-Federalists who worried about the loss of their states sovereignty.
What were the two main points that Jay argued for in The Federalist Two?
Jay presented two basic premises for his argument in The Federalist Two. His first being that it is a fundamental responsibility for a government to handle conflict and enforce laws it has enacted. His second being that in order for government to have authority over regulated laws, they must be consensus and the people have to grant those powers to the government.
Which quote relates to how God has given the United States one connected country and united people?
"With equal pleasure I have as often taken notice that Providence has been pleased to give this one connected country to one united people--a people descended from the same ancestors, speaking the same language, professing the same religion, attached to the same principles of government, very similar in their manners and customs, and who, by their joint counsels, arms, and efforts, fighting side by side throughout a long and bloody war, have nobly established general liberty and independence."
How did the Federalist Two contribute to understanding the Constitution's purpose
John Jay provided a rationale for the constitution's creation by his arguments highlighting the shortcoming of the Articles of Confederation and advocating for a stronger government.
What did John Jay, James Madison, and Alexander Hamilton work on from 1787-1788?
They wore the Federalist papers. Jay wrote 5 in which he pushed for the new United States Constitution. He also authored, "An Address to the People of New York", which helped ratify the constitution in New York
What were some historical events helped influence John Jay and how did some of these experiences help shape his perspective in the Federalist Two
Some historical events were the aftermath of the revolutionary War and the Articles of Confederation. Jay aimed to address these issues and advocated for the ratification of the Constitution. He had also been deeply involved in shaping the political landscape. With his experiences through these times negotiating treaties and dealing with international affairs he wanted more stable and effective government.
What was Jay's final solution that he inferred in The Federalist Two?
Jays final solution was for the confederation of states to unite under one national government. He believed that the topography of the United States encouraged commonality and argued for a strong Union. Jay stated that since the states were already more efficient when remaining together, they were subject to a national government that had the authority and power to carry out its duties in the best interest of the states.
Which quote shows that Jay believed those who promote individual confederacies would bring the downfall of the United States?
"They who promote the idea of substituting a number of distinct confederacies in the room of the plan of the convention, seem clearly to foresee that the rejection of it would put the continuance of the Union in the utmost jeopardy. That certainly would be the case, and I sincerely wish that it may be as clearly foreseen by every good citizen, that whenever the dissolution of the Union arrives, America will have reason to exclaim, in the words of the poet: "FAREWELL! A LONG FAREWELL TO ALL MY GREATNESS"
How does the Federalist Two help shape political discussion
The Federalist Two raised themes such as balance of power between federal and state governments, modern debates about the constitution and the role of the government. These themes Jay argued serve discussions on issues like federalism, nationalism, and distribution of authority in the United States