Federalist No. 78, Alexander Hamilton

Read Federalist No. 78: A View of the Constitution of the Judicial Department in Relation to the Tenure of Good Behaviour, by Alexander Hamilton. Answer the following questions. Do not worry about incorrect responses according to A.I. as you are probably correct. I will look through them to be sure.

What were the necessary components to the judicial structure?

Why does Hamilton claim that the judicial department is the least powerful branch of government? Does it still hold true today?

Describe Hamilton's position regarding the power of the judiciary to declare void any legislative acts that were contrary to the Constitution.

Explain why Hamilton considers the independence of the judiciary to be a vital component of constitutional government.

Explain why consistency in decision making is so important in the federal judiciary.

Once appointed by the president and confirmed by the Senate, federal judges have life tenure "during good behavior." The life tenure of federal judges is a unique feature of the federal judiciary. Other countries and state governments rely on term limits, a mandatory retirement age, or both. Should the Supreme Court Justices serve for limited terms, or do you agree with Hamilton? Explain the reasons for your opinion.