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Why did the antifederalists believe that the convention had violated congress's original instructions and how did the federalists respond?

one of the early criticisms of the constitution was that the delegates had secretly developed a plan of government that went beyond their instructions. the anti federalists argued that the delegates had done far more than proposing amendments to fix the problems with the articles of confederation's delegates had created a new system of government. this concern was exemplified in a letter written by "A Republican federalist" to the members of Massachusetts state convention. He stated that " that the original design of forming the convention has not been carried into effect." Therefore. since the delegates acted in violation of their instructions," ....they ceased to be a federal convention, and had no more right to propose to then United States the new form of government, than the equal number of gentlemen ..." The Federalists did not grant the point to the Antifederalists. James Madison spent all of the fortieth essays in the federalist series to explain how the convention had actually done its work within the context of the instructions from congress.


What did the founders discuss when drafting the constitution?

The structure of the federal government was discussed at the Constitutional Convention, along with how power should be shared between the states and the national government. Another significant issue was how representation in Congress should be determined.


What were some major issues of debate while the constitution was being developed?

One issue that was very important to the constitutional delegates involved how strong the Federal government should be. Another crucial issue was how to determine the number of representatives each state would have in the Legislature.


In which city and state was this form of government developed?

What are the various forms of the government developed in different city-states? Who controlled the government in each?


How were the framers of the Constitution able to create a stronger national government while maintaining a government that had limited power?

The idea that government was not all powerful had become an accepted part of the English system by the time the first colonies were founded in the New World. The idea first appeared in the Magna Carta, also known as the Great Charter, that King John signed in 1215. It established the principle of limited government, in which the power of the King, or government, was limited and not absolute. Limited government is also found in the US Constitution. The Constitutional Convention developed the system of federalism, which insures limited government on a national basis. The Constitution also established the supremacy of the national government over states' rights but still protected the rights of the states and the people.

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Which group developed the US federal government?

The Constitutional Convention


How was a new plan of government developed at the Constitutional Convention?

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How was a new plan of government developed at constitutional convention?

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What was one of the delegates' first actions at the Constitutional Convention?

The delegates to the Constitutional Convention of 1787 accomplished a great deal during the first days of the event. First of all, George Washington was unanimously voted in as the first President of the United States. Next they developed a framework for the separation of government powers that resulted in the executive, legislative and judicial branches.


Why did the antifederalists believe that the convention had violated congress's original instructions and how did the federalists respond?

one of the early criticisms of the constitution was that the delegates had secretly developed a plan of government that went beyond their instructions. the anti federalists argued that the delegates had done far more than proposing amendments to fix the problems with the articles of confederation's delegates had created a new system of government. this concern was exemplified in a letter written by "A Republican federalist" to the members of Massachusetts state convention. He stated that " that the original design of forming the convention has not been carried into effect." Therefore. since the delegates acted in violation of their instructions," ....they ceased to be a federal convention, and had no more right to propose to then United States the new form of government, than the equal number of gentlemen ..." The Federalists did not grant the point to the Antifederalists. James Madison spent all of the fortieth essays in the federalist series to explain how the convention had actually done its work within the context of the instructions from congress.


A type of special assembly originally developed in Massachusetts for drawing up fundamental law that would be superior to ordinary law?

Are you in ap? haha im doing this worksheet right now!:p--ughh mee two.. talk about tortureecome on guy. i think the answer is constitutional convention


What basic constitutional priciples were reflected in the governments of all the colonies based on the founders ideas?

You've got that backwards. The states did not base their constitutions on the federal one. they had all developed new constitutions fairly soon after independence was declared. The delegates to the Constitutional Convention knew those constitutions and were able to use them as models for the federal one. Some prenciples from those state constitutions that were incorporated into the federal constitution include separation of powers, limits on government powers, power of taxation rests solely with the legislature, regular election of the legislature and the executive. Michael Montagne


Do you consider the US government to be democratic?

Federalism and the federal system define the basic structure of American government. There were many disagreements at the Constitutional Convention. Many delegates feared a national government that was too strong and many delegates feared that states' rights would merely continue the weak form of government under the Articles. The Constitution created a federal system of government (federalism) as a compromise. Under federalism, power is shared and divided between national and state governments. The US Constitution also establishes a democratic-republic. A pure democracy can only exist in small city-states, like in Greece where the system developed. A republic provides all the benefits of a democracy but allows the voters to elect representatives who handle the day-to-day operations of government. Notice in the Pledge of Allegiance " I pledge allegiance to the flag, and to the REPUBLIC for which it stands. . ."


Did James Madison support or opposse the idea of separation of powers?

Absolutely, he is the one that developed the Virginia Plan for the Constitutional Convention in 1787, which sought to abandon the Articles of Confederation and establish a new government using Separation of Power as its guiding principle. Madison was influenced by John Locke and Montesquieu.


What did the founders discuss when drafting the constitution?

The structure of the federal government was discussed at the Constitutional Convention, along with how power should be shared between the states and the national government. Another significant issue was how representation in Congress should be determined.


Who developed the Virginia Plan which provides the basic framework and central ideas of the U.S. Constitution?

The Virginia Plan was developed by James Madison and presented at the Constitutional Convention in 1787. It proposed a strong national government with a system of checks and balances, advocating for a bicameral legislature based on population. Madison's ideas significantly influenced the structure and principles of the U.S. Constitution, including the separation of powers and representation.


Who were the pioneers in that developed rather than exploited land and they set up the first oklahoma schools churches and constitutional government?

Choctaw (tribe)