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They belived that the closer government was to the people, the easier it was for the people to keep it in check and thus the harder it was for the government to become tyrannical. Thus they felt that most governing power should be retained by the individual states and the central government should be given as little power as possible. They felt that the government created by the constitution could eventualy overwhelm the states and take away the ability of their people to govern themselves. Hence it would threaten their rights. Michael Montagne
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∙ 9y agoThe Anti-Federalists were for a government revolved around National Socialism.
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∙ 12y agoTheire main argument was that the Constitution binds the states much like England binded the states. In their eyes, why go back to be bound if they just fought a war to be free?
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∙ 9y agoThe anti-federalists were against a strong central government. They feared that a strong federal government will destroy the hard won liberties they accomplished during the Revolutionary War.
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Who were the leading anti-federalists?
George Mason and Patrick Henry were 2 of the main ones. (Patrick Henry was the main leader). Thomas Jefferson and Elbridge Gerry were also antifederalists.
Why did antifederalists oppose Alexander Hamiltons plan?
Why did Antifederalists oppose Alexander Hamilton's plan
Antifederalists argued that the Constitution lacked protection?
Of Individual Rights
How did congress appease the antifederalist?
By making the Bill of Rights.
Antifederalists from Virginia?
The most notable antifederalist from Virginia is Patrick Henry. Henry was invited to the Continental Congress but opted out in order to fight the new Constitution from the outside. Other antifederalists from Virginia include George Mason, a drafter of the Bill of Rights and Richard Henry Lee, drafter of the Declaration and a later Senator.
What was the the main argument of the antifederalists against the constitution?
they didn't get to practice the Bill of Rights
What was the main argument of the Antifederalists against constitution?
they didn't get to practice the Bill of Rights
What were the antifederalists major arguments againts the constitution?
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What was the main reason antifederalists opposed ratification of the new constitution?
They believed that the Constitution diminished states' rights.
What does the body in a political speech do?
to give the details or arguments that support the main idea
What were the main arguments Thomas Paine in his booklet common sense?
The main arguments explained how people wanted Independence and Republic from Great Britain.
Can you use arguments in main function?
Yes.
Why did antifederalists oppose Alexander hamiltons's plan?
Why did Antifederalists oppose Alexander Hamilton's plan
Who is considered the leading Antifederalist?
There were several antifederalists. Jefferson was considered the leading antifederalist. Other antifederalists include Patrick Henry and George Mason. Antifederalists opposed the constitution.
Compare the arguments for and against the Constitution made by the Federalists and Antifederalists during the struggle over ratification?
The main agreements between the antifederalist and the federalist were about the bill of rights and the need for a government. The antifederalist demanded to have a bill of rights because it can explain the ideals described in the Declaration of Independence better than the Constitution because the bill of rights gives us freedom of press, freedom of speech, and freedom of religion. Also, the federalist felt like it was important to have a government. They both disagreed. This is right luv
What is the main purpose of arguments?
you get mad at someone and start fighting?!
What is the main purpose of a political speech?
To give the details or arguments, that supports the main idea. to persuade
