America's Documents Of Freedom 1787-1796 - The Bill Of Rights Proposed 1789, Ratified 1791

The video discusses the debate between anti-federalists and federalists over the U.S. Constitution, focusing on the inclusion of the Bill of Rights. Anti-federalists pushed for the Bill of Rights as a condition for accepting the Constitution, while federalists like Hamilton argued it could limit rights by omission. Jefferson supported the Bill of Rights, and Madison drafted the amendments, with 10 of 12 being ratified. The Constitution, ratified in 1789, is highlighted as a living document, enduring over 200 years and serving as a foundational guide for American governance.

What was the outcome of Madison's efforts in the first Congress regarding the Bill of Rights?

Why is the Constitution described as a 'living document'?