The roots of modern political division date back to 1790
In short: American partisanship is not a modern invention. This video explores how the first major political rift between Alexander Hamilton and James Madison shaped the nation's enduring factional landscape.
Constitutional law scholar Noah Feldman traces current political divisiveness back to the early republic. The friction between Alexander Hamilton and James Madison eventually led these two Founding Fathers to sever ties, resulting in the creation of the country's first political parties.
The narrative serves as a historical perspective on factionalism, highlighting how the Constitution has historically proven capable of transcending partisan interests.
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