How to Build a Nation in 15 Weeks

Week 2, Part 2: Figure Out Who Judges the Judges


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Delegates debate whether lower federal courts are worth the money and how to select judges. Franklin makes an unorthodox proposal. The council of revision resurfaces and the judicial veto is rejected. The delegates debate the method of electing Senators. Wilson makes another stand for popular election. The convention stalls on a proposal to allow Congress to veto State laws. The Patterson team discusses lifetime appointments, the Supreme Court and the perceived importance of State involvement in the Senate.

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How to Build a Nation in 15 WeeksBy Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP

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