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This volume contains the debates, resolutions, and other proceedings of the Massachusetts convention of 1788, a pivotal event in the ratification of the United States Constitution. Assembled during a crucial period in American history, this record provides invaluable insights into the arguments and compromises that shaped the nation's founding document.
Included is the full text of the Federal Constitution, alongside detailed transcripts of the discussions and decisions made by the Massachusetts delegates. These proceedings offer a unique glimpse into the political landscape of the time, revealing the concerns, aspirations, and intellectual currents that influenced the formation of American governance. This historical document is essential for scholars, students, and anyone interested in understanding the origins and evolution of American constitutional law and political thought.
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