Videos tagged with Legitimacy of Government

Federalist 40, authored by James Madison, addresses criticisms that the Constitutional Convention exceeded its authority by proposing a new Constitution instead of merely revising the Articles of Confederation. Madison argues the convention's actions were justified by the critical need to preserve the Union and liberty, asserting that governmental legitimacy stems from the consent of the governed and the ability to secure the public good, not just adherence to procedural rules. This foundational principle underpins the understanding of individual rights, including the Second Amendment, as inherent and protected by a government accountable to the people.