Written by John Jay, Federalist No. 2 argues that the American states are safer and stronger as one united nation than as separate confederacies. In this episode, we break down why Jay thought geography, shared history, and common interests all pointed toward union — and why he believed breaking apart would invite danger.

Written by John Jay, Federalist No. 2 argues that the American states are safer and stronger as one united nation than as separate confederacies. In this episode, we break down why Jay thought geography, shared history, and common interests all pointed toward union — and why he believed breaking apart would invite danger.

Federalist No. 2 Explained: Why the Union Matters

A plain-English podcast that walks through the Federalist Papers one essay at a time. Each episode explains what the paper argued, why it mattered at the founding, and what it can still teach us today.

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Federalist No. 2 Explained: Why the Union Matters

Federalist No. 2 Explained: Why the Union Matters