James Madison disliked slaves. He grew up on a 5,000 acre farm with more than 100 slaves, and was a slaveowner his whole life.
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According to Historians, James Madison owned approximately 100 slaves at the time of his death. However, most believe Madison owned more because his wife Dolly Madison inherited slaves at the time they were married.
James Madison Believed in two things , His wife and his slaves
The southerners viewed slaves as property.
hate it
the southerners viewed slaves as a good thing
Mr. Madison was strongly against slavery, and saw slaves as equal individuals. (this did not, however, stop him from keeping slaves his entire life) He tried to bring his opinion to the other delegates, but it was clear this would not happen. therefore, he suggested the Three-Fifths Compromise, stating that slaves be counted as three-fifths of a normal person in governmental desiscions. Obvioulsy he was in favor of it since he was the one who suggested the idea. hope this helped!
Property
His religion is Episcopalicin.
no he didn't view it as necessary at all
Declaring the War of 1812 with Britain
Jefferson and Madison had different view points than Hamilton.