"Our Liberty Most Dear": The Political Reforms of John C. Calhoun

Authors

Matthew P. Cassady, Illinois Wesleyan University

Abstract

This article discusses the beliefs of John Calhoun, who was a strong supporter of states' rights. He also believed that political minorities needed to be protected against the tyranny of the majority.

Recommended Citation

Cassady, Matthew P. (2006) ""Our Liberty Most Dear": The Political Reforms of John C. Calhoun," Constructing the Past: Vol. 7: Iss. 1, Article 6.
Available at: https://digitalcommons.iwu.edu/constructing/vol7/iss1/6