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James Madison: Founding Fathers
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James Madison proved to be one of the most productive of all the Founding Fathers, and stands tall in the annals of American history. While many may argue what Madison's greatest contribution to history was, few dispute the fact that this was a man who lived his life with a strong sense of duty and honor -- traits that helped mark Madison's career of public service with both tremendous success and longevity.
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Father of the constitution: James Madison, more than any other individual, is responsible for the U.S. Constitution. But his legacy extends beyond that priceless document of ordered liberty. (History -- Greatness of the Founders).
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Several years after the U.S. Constitution was ratified, an admirer of James Madison's pinned on him the label "Father of the Constitution." Madison promptly disavowed the title, but despite his denial the moniker stuck, and it has been a cause for debate among historians ever since.
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