How Many Presidents? (1787) w/ A.J. Jacobs

This Day (An America 250 History Show) · May 30, 2024 · 19m

It's May 7th. This day in 1787, the writers of the constitution are debating a central question -- how many presidents should the United States have?

Jody, Niki, and Kellie are joined by author A.J. Jacobs, whose new book "The Year of Living Constitutionally" dives into the weird world of our founding document. They discuss why the founders were concerned with the imperial presidency, and how the system we have was finally agreed on.

AJ's new book is out now! And be sure to check out The Puzzler too!

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