Federalist #70

This is one of the Federalist Papers written to explain the benefits of the new constitution. This paper by Alexander Hamilton discusses the presidency. Please read Federalist #70 and then answer the questions Canvas. This assignment is due at the beginning of the next period in which it was assigned.

Federalist #70

Answer each question in complete sentences and use specific examples.

1. Based on the document – describe the traits needed in a good president. 

2. Describe the Author’s central claim about a chief executive.

3. Explain how a president might use the ideas in this document – especially unity and energy – to support a presidency with expanded powers.