The Federalist

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Focusing on the importance of federalism, this treatise explores how The Federalist advocates for free government and peace within a federal state while addressing security against foreign threats. Gottfried Dietze's comprehensive study, published in 1960, analyzes the work's historical context and its authors' influences, highlighting its lasting impact on political literature and constitutional democracy. Recognized by figures like John Quincy Adams, the papers are deemed nearly as authoritative as the Constitution itself, making this examination a significant contribution to understanding American governance.