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Father of Our Constitution James Madison Profile
The article explains James Madison’s pivotal role in the 1787 Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia. It notes his Virginia Plan influence, daily notes, 150 speeches, 29 Federalist Papers, and key roles as Virginia delegate, Bill of Rights proposer, secretary of state, and fourth U.S. president. Constitution Week runs Sept 17 to 23.
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