state legislatures had no power to tax their citizens
The states had more power over taxation under the Articles of Confederation.
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The most pressing was likely paying for the operations of the new government, there being no Federal power of taxation granted by the Articles of Confederation.
The Articles of Confederation established a system of government that was primarily a confederation, emphasizing the sovereignty of individual states over a central authority. This framework favored a loose alliance where states retained most of their independence and power, with a weak central government that had limited authority to govern effectively. The Articles reflected a fear of centralized power, stemming from the colonial experience under British rule, leading to challenges in areas like taxation and interstate commerce. Ultimately, this system was deemed inadequate, prompting the creation of the U.S. Constitution.
The Articles of Confederation created a loose union of the States. Each state was essentially independent. There was no real Federal Government under the Articles. Nearly all business of government was conducted by the states, including taxation and defense.
- To coin money - Taxation - Credit to borrow money - To declare war - Post office & roads
Well that was one of the main reason the articles were scrapped, the government didn't have the right to institute taxes! Basically the states decided weather they paid taxes or not.
The Articles of Confederation, established in 1781, ultimately revealed the weaknesses of a loose confederation of states, particularly in areas like taxation and federal authority. These shortcomings led to calls for a stronger central government, culminating in the Constitutional Convention of 1787. The result was the United States Constitution, which created a more robust federal system with checks and balances to address the issues faced under the Articles.