What were the problems with America's first attempt at a constitution?

Answer 1

The Anti-Federalists opposed the new U.S. Constitution for numerous reasons. They distrusted large, powerful national governments and believed liberty could only be protected in small republics in which the rulers were closely checked by the public. They believed a large nation could best be governed by a confederation, with local governments having the most control. A strong national government would be distant from the people and not capable of protecting the rights of the citizens. Congress would tax too heavily and the Supreme Court would overrule state courts. They distrusted the president having too much power, including a standing army under his control. They also favored the addition of a Bill of Rights to protect the citizens from the national government. They wanted the House of Representatives increased in size so it would reflect a greater variety of popular interests. The wanted a council created to check the actions of the president. They also favored leaving military affairs in the hands of the state militias.

Answer 2

The Articles of Confederation gave too much power to the state, so when Shay's rebellion occurred the national Government was to weak to defend itself.

Another problem was that the National government could not tax, which later caused a lot of debt since the did not receive any revenue.

Answer 3

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Answer 4

they mainly didnt put anyhting in about slavery and there was way to much sectional tension!

Answer 5

Is there a problem with the US Constitution?

Answer 6

the problems with the constitution were that there were to many taxes,no army ,and no true government

Answer 7

people argue sometimes. Thats just the way it is.

Answer 8

Many believed the constitution did not specify the rights citizens deserved. In order for the constitution to get passed, they were required to incorporate the Bill of Rights.