In Federalist #78, Hamilton argues that the federal ...



Federalist #78: Document Based QuestionsDescribe Hamilton's general attitude toward the proposed Supreme Court of the United States? According to the author, why are the courts vital to a limited constitution?What arguments does Hamilton use to support life tenure for judges?Hamilton argues that the federal judiciary will be the 'least dangerous' political branch under the Constitution because it has neither 'purse' nor 'sword.' What does he mean by these two phrases? Why do you suppose that Hamilton was so careful to point out the relative impotence of the judiciary?Examine each of the following passages and discuss its meaning in the broader context of Federalist #78 (complete your responses on the back of this paper):"the judiciary, from the nature of its functions, will always be the least dangerous to the political rights of the Constitution . . . [it] may truly be said to have neither FORCE nor WILL, but merely judgment; and must ultimately depend upon the aid of the executive arm even for the efficacy of its judgments.""For there is no liberty, if the power of judging be not separated from the executive and legislative powers." ................
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