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Old 02-14-2012, 08:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Truth [You must be logged in to view images. Log in or Register.]
Federalist Papers didn't call for creation a monolithic power but for the prevention of confederacies in a fledgling nation that could easily be taken over by foreign powers familiar with divide and conquer military strategy. A strong central government was the entire reason they fought against the King, hence the mottos of the revolutionary war:

"No Kings but King Jesus"
"That government which governs best, governs least"
I was hoping for HBB's analysis, since he is so well read on the founders' intents.

But I think everyone already knows he hasn't read them.