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Who was the primary author of the U.S. Constitution?
Answer
James Madison
James Madison, often called the 'Father of the Constitution,' was the driving force behind the Constitutional Convention of 1787, shaping the structure of U.S. government.
💡 Did you know?
Madison kept detailed notes of the Constitutional Convention—the only complete record we have—but they weren't published until after his death.
Other options people guess
- George Washington
- Alexander Hamilton
- Benjamin Franklin
Topics
- American Government
- Constitution
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