Farmers
antifederalists
* What citizens might have supported the Articles as they were written? * What groups may have wanted more power given to the national government? * Could you call those who supported the Articles "states righters
The Federalists and Antifederalists both engaged in the debate over the ratification of the U.S. Constitution in the late 18th century. Federalists supported a strong central government to maintain order and unity, advocating for the Constitution as a means to achieve this. In contrast, Antifederalists feared that a powerful federal government would threaten individual liberties and states' rights, arguing for a Bill of Rights to safeguard personal freedoms. Ultimately, while both groups were concerned with governance, they diverged sharply on the balance of power between the federal and state governments.
Antifederalists
yes
no
farmers
antifederalists
Yes, because there was a political division between the Federalists and Antifederalists as to whether the Constitution should be passed or not. Federalists supported the Constitution and Antifederalists opposed the Constitution.
This is an opinion and only you can answer it. I imagine a teacher has asked this as a writing assignment. It was one of my favorite assignments to see if the students understood what I was teaching.
* What citizens might have supported the Articles as they were written? * What groups may have wanted more power given to the national government? * Could you call those who supported the Articles "states righters
The Federalists supported strong federal/central government, while the antifederalists wanted strong state government.
Why did Antifederalists oppose Alexander Hamilton's plan
There were several antifederalists. Jefferson was considered the leading antifederalist. Other antifederalists include Patrick Henry and George Mason. Antifederalists opposed the constitution.
The government usually supported owners
The government usually supported owners
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