Thomas Jefferson v Alexander Hamilton [45min]

Allan Little re-visits great debates of the past. The focus is on the dispute between Hamilton and Jefferson about the US Constitution. Hamilton believed in strong centralised national institutions, Jefferson dreamt of an America with minimal government. Leading historians tell the story of how Hamilton's political rivalries led to his death in a duel and how his dispute with Jefferson shaped democracy in America. John Redwood and Bonnie Greer assess the legacy of their ideas for today's democracies.