Some see Founders argument about balancing power still hold against Electoral College detractors
Founding Fathers articles on Democracy Chronicles
The Founding Fathers were political leaders and statesmen who participated in the American Revolution by signing the Declaration of Independence and establishing the Constitution. Also see our articles on revolutionary Thomas Paine.
First American October Surprise Was Led by Alexander Hamilton
Alexander Hamilton initiated the country’s first October Surprise in the presidential race of 1800
Is America’s 229 Year-Old Constitution Outdated?
Many commentators and experts in other internationally proven options find the Constitution outdated
A Modern Look at Thomas Paine’s Monetary Policy
Although known for other political philosophies, Founding Father Thomas Paine’s monetary policy gets less attention
History of Presidential Candidates Who Made Rigged Vote Allegations
Many before Donald Trump have made rigged vote allegations going back to at least Andrew Jackson
39% of Americans Can’t Name Single First Amendment Right
The First Amendment includes freedoms of religion, speech, assembly, press, and petition
On Replacing Electoral College With Something Better
Replacing electoral college system today is not as easy as might appear despite its many problems
Lin-Manuel Miranda Ends His Run on Hamilton
Broadway musical “Hamilton” by artist Lin-Manuel Miranda examines the life of the founding father
Remembering George Washington’s Warning on Parties
During times of heightened partisanship, remembering George Washington’s warning can help
“It’s Our Constitutional Right”
This is the reality of the “free” democracy we live in. Where is the uproar over the rights we have already lost? To those who choose to defend our second amendment rights, I challenge you to defend the rights we have already lost.