[sammyg2]

I've recently begun re-reading the works of James Madison.
I studied the Virginia Plan and the federalist papers many years ago in college and while I still regarded them as impressive, I forgot most of the meanings and details.

We have many heroic founding fathers, George Washington, Ben Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, etc. but their contributions pale in comparison to those of Madison.

He basically wrote most of what is contained in the constitution,
Then convinced the entire country to ratify it even though very few could agree on anything, especially a federal government with power over the states.
He was the architect of our government and the best salesman in history and I think he deserves a great deal more credit. He should be regarded as the real father of our country IMO.

If anyone is not familiar with his writings, they are well worth the time it takes. I guess you could say I'm in awe of the man.