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Federalist No. 2 Explained: Why the Union Matters
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.
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