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Why was it so difficult for the Framers to reach agreement about how to resolve their conflicts. Is it different today?
The Framers came from different states which caused them to have different opinions.
The framers entrusted the selection of US senators to?
The framers entrusted the selection of the US senators to the state legislatures. Today they are selected through a formal vote by the citizens within the state.
Are the purpose of government today the same as the framers described the preamble?
Yes
How does the way the electoral college functions today differ from the framaers' intentions?
The way the electoral college functions today differs from the Framers intentions because the electors are just used as "rubber stamps." They are expected to vote automatically for their party's candidates for President and Vice President. In short, the electors go through the form set out in the constitution in order to meet the letter of the Constitution, but their behavior is a far cry from its original intent.
What was a lasting impact of George Washington's presidency?
The lasting impact of George Washington is that he legitimized the United States presidency and set precedents that remain today, such as the presidential veto and two-term limit (which later became law).
