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The Federalist PapersGrade 8dialectic Stage

The Problem of Faction

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What You'll Learn

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Comprehension

Defines faction in Madison's terms (group acting against rights or common good)

2

Cause & Consequence

Explains why property is the most common source of faction

3

Meaning

Connects to Machiavelli's realism about human nature

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Defense

Identifies what is strongest about the counterargument

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