![]() James Madison (1751–1836) was born in Virginia and raised on his father's plantation in that state, Montpelier, in Orange County. You should also be able to explain and evaluate Madison's successes and failures in putting his ideals into practice as regards political parties and slavery. When you have completed this lesson, you should be able to judge the degree to which Madison deserves to be considered the "father" of both the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. In his ability to translate ideas into action Madison also exemplified what has become an important characteristic of American citizenship. He was one of the principal architects of the constitutional and political institutions that continue to shape our nation's life today. ![]() Madison combined the intellectual knowledge and creativity of the scholar with the practical savvy of the politician, a man of strong principles who also realized the value of compromise. ![]() This lesson examines the legacy of the "philosopher statesman," James Madison. ![]()
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