Why did the farmers of the constitution chose to create a system of Government based on Federalism?

Answer 1

The framers of the Constitution, for the most part, believed that a strong central government was necessary. There were several anti federalists that did not believe that ideal.

Answer 2

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. Each has specific powers unto themselves while they also share certain powers. Both levels have their own agencies and officials and directly affect the people. The Founding Fathers really had no other choice except federalism. The weak union created under the Articles would not work yet people did not want to give all the power to a national government. Federalism was the middle ground--compromise--a way to distribute authority between the states and the national government. PEACE LOVE AND HAPPINESS!!!!!

Answer 3

The framers of the Constitution, for the most part, believed that a strong central government was necessary. There were several anti federalists that did not believe that ideal.

Answer 4

Federalism gives power not only to the national govermnt but to the state government too

Answer 5

because fedralism gives power not only to the national govermnt but to the state government too.