1W,5Q #79 Jefferson & Madison Debate over a Bill of Rights 

In an exchange of letters in 1789, Thomas Jefferson and James Madison discuss the pros and cons of a bill of rights added to the Constitution. While Jefferson is categorically in favor of inclusion of such rights, Madison luke-warmly favors inclusion. Madison remonstrates with four arguments in disfavor of inclusion; Jefferson counter-remonstrates with four arguments against Madison's objections. The arguing is, as is customary between the two, not a matter of irreparable disagreement--for Madison too favors inclusion--but of getting as clear as they can about the supposed "need" of a bill of rights. The letters betray of depth of understanding on just what such rights are and what they would add to the Constitution, if added as amendments. Enjoy!