The Conciliatory Proposition in the Massachusetts Convention of 1788.

The article explores the history of the ratification and approval process for the U.S. constitution and its adoption by the Massachusetts delegation. The author reflects on the constitutional convention of 1788 and debate over the approval of amendments before ratification. The introduction of the Bill of Rights by legislator Samuel Adams is examined. Other topics include the role of legislator John Hancock, the influence of the Massachusetts state constitution, and ratification of the treaty establishing the League of Nations.