Federalist No. 51

This lesson explores the content, meaning, authorship, and application of Federalist 51.

The issue of preferences and political opinions of the American people expressed both on an individual level and via linkage institutions, have had varying degrees of influence on public policy throughout United States history. Choose one branch of the federal government and present an argument regarding the influence of public opinion on the policy decisions emanating from that branch. 

In your essay, you must:
Articulate a defensible claim or thesis that responds to the prompt and establishes a line of reasoning.

Support your claim with at least TWO pieces of accurate and relevant information.

At least ONE piece of evidence must be from the list below
The Constitution
Federalist 78
Federalist 51

The second piece of evidence must be from a different source on the list above OR from another equivalent source OR from your knowledge of the three branches of the federal government.

Use reasoning to explain why your evidence supports your claim/thesis

Respond to an opposing or alternative perspective using refutation, concession, or rebuttal