The Decline of Political Rhetoric

The video discusses the decline in political rhetoric in the US and UK since the era of The Federalist Papers. It highlights the importance of oratorical skills in the debates surrounding the American Constitution and contrasts this with the current state of political discourse. The video also examines the strong arguments presented by both Federalists and Anti-Federalists, and the role of rhetoric in British politics. It concludes by noting the atrophy of deliberative skills in modern political assemblies and questions whether these skills are still taught in legal education.

What role did the House of Commons play in the decision-making process in England, and how does it compare to modern practices?

Discuss the significance of forensic skills in the training of young lawyers compared to classical training methods.