Discover the enduring principles of good government and the impressive structure of the American Constitution.

In a republic, every citizen has a duty to understand their government. The Federalist is the greatest exposition of representative government and the institutional structure of the Constitution. It explains how the Constitution established a government strong enough to secure the rights of citizens and safe enough to wield that power. This course will examine how Publius understood human nature and good government, and why he argued that the only true safeguard of liberty lies in the vigilance of the American people.

This course includes ten lectures, each about 30 minutes long. Complete the course and receive a certificate by watching the lectures and taking the short quizzes that follow. Study guides are provided to supplement each lecture. You can engage in conversations with other students on the dedicated discussion board. Take the course at your own pace and in the manner that best fits your schedule. 

Enroll in “The Federalist” today to rekindle the vigilance needed to preserve republican self-government. 

Taught by:

Ronald J. Pestritto, Charles and Lucia Shipley Professor in the American Constitution