Americans had understandably soured on the idea of a strong central government after living under British rule. The American Revolution was fought to gain freedom and independence.
The Articles of Confederation.
Americans wanted to limit the power of the central government, especially in the period right after the American Revolution, because they were wary of having a too-powerful central government that could oppress them like King George III.
The Articles of Confederation created a weak Central government
The fear of a central government was based on the previous government of America, which was an oppressive monarchy. Americans were afraid that a strong central government would be just like being ruled by a king all over again.
Colonial America had just won Independence from Britain. The Federalist Papers were written by Madison Hamilton and Jay and argued in favor of a strong central government, but Americans feared a central government. They did not want to be "ruled" again.
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The Articles of Confederation.
Americans wanted to limit the power of the central government, especially in the period right after the American Revolution, because they were wary of having a too-powerful central government that could oppress them like King George III.
The Articles of Confederation created a weak Central government
Those fearful of the central authority. Pretty much everyone. It is vital because had Americans not had a step over from weak central government to strong federal government there would have been another revolt.
The fear of a central government was based on the previous government of America, which was an oppressive monarchy. Americans were afraid that a strong central government would be just like being ruled by a king all over again.
Ches Rebbelilion
The Articles of Confederation created a weak Central government
The states would have too much power.
They wanted America to defeat the central powers
it beause if you have strong government that mean you can do many things for your country
They wanted America to defeat the central powers