Continued . . . In the meantime, the pivotal Battle of Yorktown was approaching. It might be the last major battle of the Revolution, and Hamilton desperately needed a command. It could be his last chance to achieve the compelling war victory his political future required. There was a body of men available to be…
Continued . . . While at the Treasury, Hamilton demonstrated acute political acumen by organizing his goals almost as though they were a set of Russian nesting dolls. Any single goal was only possible if the entire list was approved: a state may not pick and choose. There was some back-and-forth on this, as one…
Overview: Recessions are part of the natural cycle of economic growth. They serve to sweep away failing businesses while fostering new ones. Not all recessions are the same. Most recessions are shallow, of limited duration, and pass without affecting social norms. They are of no lasting cultural import. No additional welfare programs are added. The…