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Days of Revolution, Episode 1

Ned Ryun Begins a New Podcast Series Entitled, “Days of Revolution.”  Listen to Episode 1, “The Die is Cast.” In this episode: An overview of the events, figures and key points of debate leading up to the Declaration of Independence. Would the Second Continental Congress declare independence? What acts and military events led to the …

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History of the Constitutional Convention – Episode 30

Ned Ryun continues his series on the Constitutional Convention. In this Episode: The task of passing a Bill of Rights is undertaken. Alexander Hamilton writes in favor in Federalist 84. Federalists use the Bill of Rights to gain support from Anti-Federalists. Bill of Rights inspired by John Locke, Virginia Declaration of Rights, English Declaration of …

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History of the Constitutional Convention – Episode 28

Ned Ryun continues his series on the Constitutional Convention. In this Episode: The Ratification Debates begin. Giants like George Mason, Patrick Henry, Samuel Adams and Richard Henry Lee oppose the Constitution. The Constitution is sent to the Continental Congress for approval to send to the state legislatures. An analysis of the task ahead of the …

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History of the Constitutional Convention – Episode 25

Ned Ryun continues his series on the Constitutional Convention. In this Episode: The  final debates at the Constitutional Convention center on signing questions. Elbridge Gerry, George Mason and Edmund Randolph all voice displeasure with the document and refuse to sign. A committee on style is formed to write the Constitution. A Bill of Rights is …

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