Reflection and Choice: The Federalists, the Anti-Federalists, and the Debate that Defined America

Summary

In this fourth episode of Season 4 of Vital Remnants, McConnell Center Director Dr. Gary L. Gregg II provides an overview of Federalists 11-14 and three Anti-Federalist papers in Reflection and Choice: The Federalists, The Anti-Federalists, and the Debate that Defined America,  edited by Gary L. Gregg II and Aaron N. Coleman.

Dr. Gregg discusses the Federalist defense of the Constitution’s power over commerce, and how their view contrasts with Anti-Federalist fears of a powerful regulatory government.

**Corresponding Reading**

Section 3, pp.75-100 of Gary L. Gregg II and Aaron N. Coleman,  Reflection and Choice: The Federalists, The Anti-Federalists, and the Debate that Defined America.

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Contributors

Host: Dr. Gary L. Gregg II, McConnell Center Director

Producer and Editor: Connor Tracy, McConnell Center SBS Coordinator 

Co-Editor: Will Randolph, McConnell Scholar