The framers of the constitution designed the senate to filter the output of the sometimes hasty house. do you think this was a wise idea? why or why not?

Yes, i think this is a good idea.

Explanation:

The decision made the House will most likely affected all individuals across the states.  Since they often make those decisions within a very short time frame, often times they fail to consider many aspects that might only felt/understood that citizens who live in a specific state.

This is why the Senate was formed as one of the measure for checks and balance. The senate that consist of representatives form each state will filter the output and give their opinion on whether that decision will be beneficial for the people on their state or not

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