James Madison.
President of the United States from 1809 to 1817 (1751–1836)
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What's happening
Earlier this month
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Great Britain, John Jay, and James Madison defended federal power over intellectual property rights.Some support1 report
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Senate filibuster prevents legislation from passing, while James Madison cited Greece's origins of democracy.Some support1 report
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James Madison's writings are reported to have shaped the federal republic structure.Some support2 reports
One to three months ago
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Madison's ideas on factions are being expanded by modern social science findings related to personality science.Well supported3 reports
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James Madison's philosophy is used to critique the current US welfare system.Some support1 report
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US acquired territory from France on June 29, 2026.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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James Madison's commission was signed in Louisiana on June 27, 2026.Some support1 report
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James Madison's grandson, involved in airport projects, was noted on September 23rd.Some support1 report
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The founders' warnings against political parties and factionalism are being applied to the current political climate.Some support2 reports
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Amidst the concurrent Austro-Turkish War, leaders gathered in Philadelphia to deliberate the nation's future while facing turmoil in Europe and the Middle East.Some support1 report
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James Madison noted that the causes of faction cannot be removed, while George Washington warned against the inherent dangers of political parties.Some support3 reports2 developments inside
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Trump used U.S. military against the Maduro government in Venezuela, an action informed by James Madison's principles regarding resistance during the War of 1812.Some support1 report
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Founding fathers, including James Madison, attended Harvard College in 2026.Some support1 report
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Hamilton, Jay, and Madison wrote the Federalist Papers detailing governance structure, which is noted to mirror current DSA platform concerns.Well supported7 reports
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Delegates met in Philadelphia to draft the Constitution.Well supported8 reports1 development inside
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James Madison and John Adams are featured in a historical reenactment group and participate in a historical event.Some support2 reports
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Founding Fathers James Madison and Benjamin Franklin debated government structure on June 28, 2026.Well supported6 reports2 developments inside
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James Madison warned about executive branch interest in war as the US conducted unauthorized military operations against Iran.Some support2 reports
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Both Madison and Philadelphia are producing circulation quarters, with Madison appearing on a coin produced in Philadelphia.Some support2 reports
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James Madison and Adams and Jefferson are linked to a potential alien intervention based on the country's current state.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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James Madison attacked the Sedition Act in his Report of 1800.Some support1 report
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On June 5, 2026, parties organized factions, a development that James Madison had previously warned against.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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David O. Stewart commented on historical figures, including James Madison, on August 19, 2026.Some support4 reports
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Donald Trump is defending his policies by referencing and discussing the views of James Madison regarding the Constitution.Well supported3 reports
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JD Vance stated that his political views align with the traditions established by James Madison.Some support2 reports
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A bill was vetoed due to constitutional limits, involving James Madison.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Adams' administration authorized seizing French vessels and using privateers against the British Royal Navy during the War of 1812 and Quasi-War.Some support1 report
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The article details how military expansion led to the development of a fiscal-military state, a concept discussed by James Madison in relation to the Continental Congress.Some support1 report
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A docuseries explores US history and political figures, featuring Hillary Clinton, Al Gore, James Madison, and John Adams.Some support1 report
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On July 4, 2026, it was noted that James Madison was a founding father of the United States.Some support1 report
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James Madison highlighted the danger of accumulating all powers in one place.Well supported5 reports
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Keith Self introduced a resolution to repeal the 17th Amendment, supported by Scott Perry, while James Madison's views on the original system were cited.Some support4 reports
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James Madison helped write the US Constitution, while Benjamin Franklin provided minor changes to the Declaration of Independence.Some support1 report
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U.S. neutrality decision on June 29, 2026, affected relations with Britain amid an ongoing war.Some support1 report
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James Madison advocated for the use of riflemen against British forces on June 28, 2026.Some support1 report
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James Madison gave a speech arguing that the environment is crucial for the survival of the republic.Some support2 reports
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Signatures are displayed in the Florida Capitol.Some support1 report
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The Supreme Court expanded federal regulatory power, while Fox Business Network was noted, and James Madison's role in the Commerce Clause was mentioned.Some support6 reports
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Federalist Papers advocate for strong UnionWell supported5 reports
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James Madison, a young founder of the nation, promoted vigorous civic engagement.Some support1 report
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The Governor of North Dakota, Armstrong, is advocating for a return to Article One government structure, discussing the need for Congress to regain power.Some support2 reports
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Ideas concerning the foundation of the American republic were discussed, with the setting being a plantation in Virginia.Some support1 report
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James Madison opposed Patrick Henry's proposal for a state religion.Some support1 report
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Commemorative quarters featuring James Madison and Abraham Lincoln were released on May 26, 2026.Some support5 reports
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Around James Madison this week
News at the entities that move James Madison most-
Great Britain OperationalUK officials, including Environment Secretary Angela Eagle, attended a climate conference in Antalya while proposing rules to prevent illegal deforestation in Great Britain.Moves James Madison
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Donald Trump Mentioned togetherNetanyahu and Trump discussed options regarding Iran, leading to claims of a ceasefire and subsequent impossibility of agreement.Moves James Madison
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house of representatives StructuralDemocrats won a majority in the general election, with District 54 encompassing Randolph and Chatham Counties.Moves James Madison
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War of 1812 TransactionalIndiana forest provided wood resources for a warship during the War of 1812.Moves James Madison
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supreme court StructuralUhuru Kenyatta made claims regarding an election petition before the Supreme Court.Moves James Madison
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senate StructuralBudget commissions of the House and Senate heard leaders of INPS on November 12, 2026.Moves James Madison
Connections
The 40 strongest of 62, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
John Jay Operational
Madison and Jay actively collaborated as co-authors on the Federalist Papers and contributed to the framing of the U.S. Constitution.
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Thomas Jefferson Structural
They collaborated on foundational documents and held key appointed roles in the early U.S. government.
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house of representatives Structural
The foundational principles outlined in Madison's writings regarding checks and balances influenced the structure of the House of Representatives.
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Continental Congress Structural
Madison served as a delegate whose actions and influence were integral to the functioning and outcomes of the Continental Congress.
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War of 1812 Transactional
Madison's principles and specific approvals enabled and informed the conduct of the War of 1812.
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supreme court Structural
Madison's ideas regarding foundational freedoms contributed to the principles upheld by the Supreme Court.
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Alexander Hamilton Transactional
Alexander Hamilton and James Madison collaborated on the authorship of Federalist No. 51.
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senate Structural
Madison's foundational beliefs regarding the balance of state and federal interests influenced the structure of the Senate.
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Great Britain Operational
James Madison actively opposed British forces and was involved in conflicts against Great Britain during the historical period.
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Donald Trump Mentioned together
Donald Trump's political actions and rhetoric are frequently referenced against or constrained by the foundational principles of James Madison.
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Don Everhart Transactional
Don Everhart created a portrait of James Madison for the U.S. Mint.
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Congress Structural
Madison's foundational ideas informed the structure of the national government, including Congress.
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Patrick Henry Operational
In the context of state religion proposals, James Madison opposed Patrick Henry's views.
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Abraham Lincoln Shared context
The legacies of both figures are represented by signatures displayed in the Florida Capitol.
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John Roberts Mentioned together
John Roberts cites James Madison's writings regarding presidential power.
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DSA Mentioned together
DSA's platform conceptually mirrors James Madison's definition of tyranny.
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New York Shared context
Madison's historical theories and philosophy are situated within the political context of New York's state ratification process.
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Plato Mentioned together
The two figures are discussed together as contrasting examples regarding the evolution from ideal to modern democratic concepts.
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Jim Banks Mentioned together
Jim Banks references James Madison's work regarding citizenship rules.
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England Shared context
Madison's actions as a leading figure in the US government were part of the policy context that influenced relations between the US and England.
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JD Vance Mentioned together
JD Vance's views are described as aligning with the political traditions and common good concepts established by James Madison.
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Greece Shared context
James Madison referenced Greece as a historical case study when analyzing democratic origins and failures.
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Democratic-Republican Party Mentioned together
Madison historically commented on the dangers and causes of political factions and parties.
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Gavin Newsom Mentioned together
Gavin Newsom discusses Founders' views, including James Madison's, regarding wealth taxes.
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David O. Stewart Mentioned together
Stewart comments on the life and historical actions of James Madison.
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Benjamin Franklin Mentioned together
Both James Madison and Benjamin Franklin are cited together as influential Founding Fathers who defined republican government ideals.
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HAMILTON Mentioned together
The relationship is thematic, based on the historical context of the Federalist Papers and the US Constitution.
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Virginia Shared context
The evidence establishes that James Madison's life and activities were situated within the geographical and political context of colonial and early state Virginia.
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Lea Ypi Mentioned together
Both figures are discussed in relation to their shared concern regarding the impact of extreme wealth on democracy.
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Anthony Scaramucci Mentioned together
Anthony Scaramucci cites and applies design principles originating from James Madison's era.
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federal government Mentioned together
The relationship is evidenced by the fact that James Madison discussed the authority outlined in Article One of the Constitution.
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Dixon Mentioned together
Dixon cited James Madison's ideas regarding government.
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Louisiana Shared context
James Madison signed a commission while located in Louisiana.
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Zanesville Shared context
James Madison is referenced as part of the local history that draws visitors to Zanesville.
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Philadelphia Shared context
James Madison was present in Philadelphia during the Constitutional Convention, and his image is associated with products produced there.
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miNt Shared context
Entity B (miNt) produces coinage that features the portrait of Entity A (James Madison).
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Electoral College Shared context
James Madison's writings on democracy are contextually linked to the function of the Electoral College.
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House Mentioned together
James Madison's historical views are cited as context informing modern political debates involving House.
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Joel Iskowitz Transactional
Joel Iskowitz designed a portrait of James Madison for Mint.
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Harvard College Mentioned together
James Madison historically attended Harvard College.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
6 events- Great Britain, John Jay, and James Madison defended federal power over intellectual property rights.
- Senate filibuster prevents legislation from passing, while James Madison cited Greece's origins of democracy.
- James Madison's writings are reported to have shaped the federal republic structure.
- Madison's ideas on factions are being expanded by modern social science findings related to personality science.
- James Madison's philosophy is used to critique the current US welfare system.
- James Madison's commission was signed in Louisiana on June 27, 2026.
September 2026
7 events- James Madison's grandson, involved in airport projects, was noted on September 23rd.
- The founders' warnings against political parties and factionalism are being applied to the current political climate.
- Amidst the concurrent Austro-Turkish War, leaders gathered in Philadelphia to deliberate the nation's future while facing turmoil in Europe and the Middle East.
- Trump used U.S. military against the Maduro government in Venezuela, an action informed by James Madison's principles regarding resistance during the War of 1812.
- Founding fathers, including James Madison, attended Harvard College in 2026.
- James Madison and John Adams are featured in a historical reenactment group and participate in a historical event.
- James Madison warned about executive branch interest in war as the US conducted unauthorized military operations against Iran.
August 2026
6 events- Hamilton, Jay, and Madison wrote the Federalist Papers detailing governance structure, which is noted to mirror current DSA platform concerns.
- Both Madison and Philadelphia are producing circulation quarters, with Madison appearing on a coin produced in Philadelphia.
- James Madison attacked the Sedition Act in his Report of 1800.
- David O. Stewart commented on historical figures, including James Madison, on August 19, 2026.
- Donald Trump is defending his policies by referencing and discussing the views of James Madison regarding the Constitution.
- JD Vance stated that his political views align with the traditions established by James Madison.
Show 2 earlier months
July 2026
7 events- James Madison and Adams and Jefferson are linked to a potential alien intervention based on the country's current state.
- A bill was vetoed due to constitutional limits, involving James Madison.
- Adams' administration authorized seizing French vessels and using privateers against the British Royal Navy during the War of 1812 and Quasi-War.
- The article details how military expansion led to the development of a fiscal-military state, a concept discussed by James Madison in relation to the Continental Congress.
- A docuseries explores US history and political figures, featuring Hillary Clinton, Al Gore, James Madison, and John Adams.
- On July 4, 2026, it was noted that James Madison was a founding father of the United States.
- Keith Self introduced a resolution to repeal the 17th Amendment, supported by Scott Perry, while James Madison's views on the original system were cited.
June 2026
18 events- US acquired territory from France on June 29, 2026.
- James Madison noted that the causes of faction cannot be removed, while George Washington warned against the inherent dangers of political parties.
- Delegates met in Philadelphia to draft the Constitution.
- Founding Fathers James Madison and Benjamin Franklin debated government structure on June 28, 2026.
- On June 5, 2026, parties organized factions, a development that James Madison had previously warned against.
- James Madison highlighted the danger of accumulating all powers in one place.
- James Madison helped write the US Constitution, while Benjamin Franklin provided minor changes to the Declaration of Independence.
- U.S. neutrality decision on June 29, 2026, affected relations with Britain amid an ongoing war.
- James Madison advocated for the use of riflemen against British forces on June 28, 2026.
- James Madison gave a speech arguing that the environment is crucial for the survival of the republic.
- Signatures are displayed in the Florida Capitol.
- The Supreme Court expanded federal regulatory power, while Fox Business Network was noted, and James Madison's role in the Commerce Clause was mentioned.
- Federalist Papers advocate for strong Union
- James Madison, a young founder of the nation, promoted vigorous civic engagement.
- The Governor of North Dakota, Armstrong, is advocating for a return to Article One government structure, discussing the need for Congress to regain power.
- Ideas concerning the foundation of the American republic were discussed, with the setting being a plantation in Virginia.
- James Madison opposed Patrick Henry's proposal for a state religion.
- Commemorative quarters featuring James Madison and Abraham Lincoln were released on May 26, 2026.