Delegates who did not agree with the Virginia Plan included those from smaller states, such as New Jersey, who felt that the plan favored larger states by proposing representation in Congress based on population. This concern led to the introduction of the New Jersey Plan, which aimed to maintain equal representation for each state regardless of size. Key figures like William Paterson advocated for this alternative to ensure that smaller states had a fair voice in the new government structure.
Also referred to as the Randolph Plan, was a proposal by Virginia delegates for a bicameral legislative branch. It was written by James Madison.
The Virginia Plan, also known as the Rudolph Plan or the Large-State Plan, was proposed by Virginia delegates and drafted by James Madison.
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the new jersey plan and the virginia plan
Virginia plan
replace the articles of confederation with an entirely new document. apex
new jersey plan
The delegates at the Constitutional Convention decided to base the Constitution on the Virginia Plan, which was drafted by James Madison. The Virginia Plan called for a strong central government with separate branches and a bicameral legislature. Madison's plan heavily influenced the structure and principles of the Constitution.
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It was proposed by the Virginia delegates but was mainly written by James Madison.
There are 100 delegates in the Virginia House of Delegates.
Virginia Plan