Examines Aristotle's concept of the forms of government.

What kind of government did James Madison think America should have? We find out on today's podcast.

A republican form of government has many benefits, but the people also have responsibilities.

Can people of varying ethnic, religious, and national identities ever form one political people based on a common civic identity? Find out on today's podcast. [1:17]

You not only have the right to be involved in your government, you have the obligation to engage in some form of self-government.

Discusses Aristotle's concept of the polity as a right form of government.

Looks at Aristotle's description of democracy as an example of a corrupt form of government.

James Madison was the youngest delegate to the Continental Congress. His service in the Virginia state assembly had formed his beliefs about the role of government. [1:4]

Looks at how the Eighth Amendment prohibits the government from stripping a person of their citizenship as a form of punishment.

Discusses the terms of the Confederate government and Constitution.