The Founding Fathers and American Political Thought
( 30 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to the Course
Overview of the significance of the Founding Fathers and American Political Thought

Module #2
The Colonial Background
Understanding the intellectual and historical context of the American Revolution

Module #3
The Enlightenment and American Thought
The influence of Enlightenment thinkers on American political philosophy

Module #4
John Locke and the Social Contract
Lockes Second Treatise and its impact on American political thought

Module #5
Thomas Hobbes and the Problem of Sovereignty
Hobbes Leviathan and the challenge of establishing authority in a new nation

Module #6
The American Enlightenment:Key Thinkers
Franklin, Jefferson, and Adams as exemplars of American Enlightenment thought

Module #7
The Declaration of Independence
Analysis of the documents philosophical underpinnings and historical significance

Module #8
The Problem of Slavery in Early America
The moral and political dilemma of slavery in the new republic

Module #9
The Articles of Confederation
The first attempt at national government and its limitations

Module #10
Shays Rebellion and the Need for a Stronger Government
The crisis that led to the Constitutional Convention

Module #11
The Constitutional Convention of 1787
The key debates and compromises that shaped the US Constitution

Module #12
The Federalist Papers
Analysis of Hamilton, Madison, and Jays defense of the Constitution

Module #13
The Anti-Federalist Response
Opposition to the Constitution and the concerns of those who favored stronger state governments

Module #14
James Madison and the Bill of Rights
The role of Madison in drafting and promoting the first ten amendments

Module #15
The Whiskey Rebellion and the Assertation of Federal Authority
Washingtons response to western Pennsylvania tax protesters

Module #16
The Rise of Partisan Politics
The emergence of Federalist and Democratic-Republican parties

Module #17
Thomas Jefferson and the Principles of Republican Government
Jeffersons views on limited government, individual liberty, and agrarianism

Module #18
John Adams and the Federalist Vision
Adams defense of strong central authority and the role of the executive

Module #19
The Marshall Court and the Expansion of Federal Power
John Marshalls key Supreme Court decisions and their impact on American politics

Module #20
American Political Thought in the Early 19th Century
The rise of Jacksonian democracy and the challenges of westward expansion

Module #21
The Legacy of the Founding Fathers
The ongoing influence of the Founders ideas on American politics and society

Module #22
The Founding Fathers and the Challenge of Racial Equality
The complex and often contradictory views of the Founders on slavery and race

Module #23
Women and the Founding of America
The role of women in the American Revolution and the early republic

Module #24
The Global Context of American Political Thought
The influence of European and other international developments on American political ideas

Module #25
The Debate over the Constitutions Meaning
Originalism, living constitutionalism, and the ongoing debate over constitutional interpretation

Module #26
The Founding Fathers and American Identity
How the Founders ideas shape American national identity and civic culture

Module #27
The Influence of American Political Thought on Other Nations
The global impact of American political ideas on democratization and constitution-making

Module #28
The Relevance of the Founding Fathers Today
How the Founders ideas remain relevant to contemporary American politics and society

Module #29
Case Studies in American Political Thought
In-depth analysis of specific issues, such as gun control, abortion, and campaign finance reform, through the lens of Founding-era principles

Module #30
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in The Founding Fathers and American Political Thought career

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The Founding Fathers and American Political Thought ( 30 Modules )

The Founding Fathers and American Political Thought
( 30 Modules )