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  Lesson 1: James Madison: Madison Was There

  Why is James Madison such an important figure? Why is he known as the "Father of the Constitution"? How involved was James Madison in the most important events in America from 1775 to 1817? The answers to these questions provide context for understanding the importance of James Madison's opinions on constitutional issues.

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  Lesson 2: James Madison: The Second National Bank—Powers Not Specified in the Constitution

  In this lesson, students examine the First and Second National Banks and whether or not such a bank's powers are constitutional or unconstitutional.

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  Lesson 3: James Madison: Raising an Army: Balancing the Power of the States and the Federal Government

  Not everyone in the U.S. supported the War of 1812. What events during Madison's presidency raised constitutional questions? What were the constitutional issues? Where did Madison stand?

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  Lesson 4: James Madison: Internal Improvements Balancing Act: Federal/State, Executive/Legislative

  There was general agreement at the beginning of the 19th century that the U.S. would greatly benefit from some internal improvements of a national nature, such as a nationwide network of roads and canals. But how should the funds for such projects be raised? Who should be in control of the projects—that is, who should administer them?

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