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In History / High School | 2025-07-06

According to Alexander Hamilton's argument in Federalist No. 78, the best way to ensure that the federal courts exercise their power reasonably and fairly is to:
A. give the president the power to remove judges
B. empower Congress to void unfair decisions
C. appoint federal judges for life
D. make judges answerable to the people via election

Asked by cadenceashlee

Answer (2)

In Federalist No. 78, Hamilton argues that appointing federal judges for life is the best way to ensure they exercise their power fairly and without political pressure. This independence allows judges to make impartial decisions based on the law. Other options, like making judges answerable to the public or allowing their removal by the president, would threaten judicial integrity. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-06

Hamilton argues in Federalist No. 78 that appointing federal judges for life ensures judicial independence and fair exercise of power. This allows judges to make impartial decisions without political pressure. The correct choice is C: appoint federal judges for life.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-07