“Federalist 10” by James Madison: Summary and Analysis
In Federalist No. 10, James Madison argues that factions, driven by unequal property distribution, pose a threat to democratic stability. He suggests that only a large representative republic can effectively control their negative effects. While Madison’s ideas support the U.S. Constitution, critics note that his focus favors wealthy minorities over marginalized groups and lacks specific constitutional provisions to prevent factional dominance or ensure equal representation.
References
Hamilton, Alexander. Federalist Paper #9 – The Utility of the Union as a Safeguard Against Domestic Faction and Insurrection. The Federalist Papers, 1787. Web.
McManus, Matthew. Liberal Rights and Their Critics. A Critical Legal Examination of Liberalism and Liberal Rights. Palgrave Macmillan, Cham, 2020. 3-65.
Weiner, Greg. After Federalist No. 10. National Affairs 33, 2017. 130-144.
Reference
StudyCorgi. (2025, July 8). “Federalist 10” by James Madison: Summary and Analysis. https://studycorgi.video/federalist-10-by-james-madison-summary-and-analysis/