Exploring the Great Compromise: Balancing Power in Early America | Mercer Moments in History
Join host Ken Mercer as he delves into 'The Great Compromise' of 1787, a foundational moment in American history that established the bicameral legislative system of the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives.
Discover the debates between larger and smaller states, the intricacies of representation, and how the compromise balanced power by ensuring equal Senate representation and population-based House representation.
Mercer also touches on the implications of the 2010 census and the importance of educating both citizens and new immigrants about American history and civics.
00:00 Introduction to Mercer Moments
00:50 The Importance of Historical Knowledge
01:57 The Articles of Confederation and the Need for Change
02:20 The Great Compromise: Representation Debate
02:47 Bicameral System Explained
04:23 Population and Representation in the House
06:51 Counting Non-Citizens in the Census
09:05 Conclusion and Call to Action
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