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Democracy? Some founders were skeptical.
The Constitution emerged from a cautious experiment in self government, not a clear plan for democracy. Historians explain why many founders distrusted direct public rule, favored elected representati
By Liz Mineo · 2026-09-22T09:10:08.451Z
The Constitution emerged from a cautious experiment in self government, not a clear plan for democracy. Historians explain why many founders distrusted direct public rule, favored elected representatives, and created a system that evolved through unintended consequences. The story offers context for ongoing debates over who should govern and how responsive American democracy should be.
Read the full article here https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2026/09/democracy some of founders were skeptical/