Should America Be a Monarchy?
Why Hamilton's plan wasn't so crazy
In 1787 Alexander Hamilton argued that the United States should resemble an elective monarchy, featuring a strong national leader elected for life. It might sound like heresy to modern Americans, but his idea had some merit — and exposes a shortcoming of modern governments.
Although Hamilton enjoys pride of place among historical figures as a founding fa…
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