Which of the following statements best analyzes how James Madison contributed to the U.S. political structures and decision-making today?
A. Madison wrote the Connecticut Compromise, which served as the basis of debate over representation in Congress at the Constitutional Convention.
B. Madison wrote the Virginia Plan, which served as the basis of debate over representation in Congress at the Constitutional Convention.
C. Madison's theory on the separation of powers and checks and balances inspired two important components of the U.S. government.
D. Madison was the first U.S. president and supported a strong executive.