Hamilton envisioned the US as a growing economic and military force capable of influencing global trade and politics. He connected commercial prosperity and national security to political unity, that both depend on a strong federal structure. We see the opposite today due to division #USConstitution

A powerful fleet would deter European interference and allow the United States to open new markets.

A strong federal government can create consistent trade policies that benefit all states, prevent internal competition, and negotiate better commercial treaties. Hamilton also emphasizes the need for a national navy to protect American shipping, secure trade routes, and command respect.

Why Factions Are Dangerous

Factions threaten the stability and fairness of government. A dominant faction can use its power to pass laws that benefit itself at the expense of others, undermining justice and the common good.

Part 2 - Avarice, ambition, revenge or gallantry, would break the strongest cords of our Constitution as a whale goes through a net. Our Constitution was made only for a moral and religious People. It is wholly inadequate to the government of any other.” USConstitution , #Morality, #Whitehouse

Part 2 - He warns that the ratification process will be clouded by personal interests and emotional arguments, with some opposing the Constitution not out of principle but to protect their own power.