The Creation and Ratification of the Bill of Rights Origins of the American Bill of Rights The Philadelphia Convention and Rights The Federalist and Antifederalist Debates on the Necessity of a Bill of Rights Amendments Proposed by State Ratifying Conventions The Role of James Madison in the Creation of the Bill of Rights Congressional Proceedings and Debates Over Amendments Broadside & Pamphlet Printings of Congress’ Twelve Amendments State Legislative Actions Regarding Congress’ Proposed Amendments to the Constitution Convention Attempts to Amend the Constitution: The Harrisburg & Second Convention Movement Serial Essays Related to the Creation and Ratification of the Bill of Rights