In 1787 in Philadelphia, 55 delegates debated the features of the proposed constitution of the United States. Those in favor were federalists, those against were antifederalists. The federalists prevailed. Yet, according to William Allen, it is inaccurate to overlook the contribution of antifederalist theory to the evolution of American political thought.
At the time of this interview, Allen was professor of political science at Harvey Mudd College.
This edition of Soundings was conducted by Wayne J. Pond.
