Origins of the US Constitution: The Federalist Papers

Our resident historian Dr. John Foster continues his discussion of the origins of the US Constitution! This time, he's talking about The Federalist Papers! After the US Constitution was written and signed, it still had to be approved – both by the states and in the hearts and minds of the people. Consequently, Alexander Hamilton, James Madison and John Jay launched a spirited defense of the new constitution in a series of articles from the fall of 1787 to the spring of 1788. These articles became known as The Federalist Papers. Discover their contents and importance! Also, learn about one of the most fatal "your mother" jokes in US history. I promise ... it's relevant.