What was Hamilton’s view on the 'public debt' of the United States?
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Correct answer: A properly funded public debt was a 'public blessing,' giving citizens a stake in government
Hamilton believed that a national debt, if funded correctly, would create a sense of investment in the federal government. It provided a secure investment for capital and helped establish the United States' creditworthiness on the international stage.
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