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James Madison was a Federalist. As a delegate to the US Constitutional Convention, he argued for a strong central government with a system of checks and balances. He also made his federalist positions clear as a contributor to the Federalist Papers. Later, in 1808 he was elected to the US presidency. He served from 1809 to 1817. Madison was the fourth US president.
Additionally, in order to have the new constitution ratified, he added the Bill of Rights. He believed the bill was unnecessary as there was nothing in the constitution that kept these rights that already existed in the former members of the Federation. Actually Madison drafted 12 items to the Bill of Rights but the convention only passed 10 of them.
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Antifederalists from Virginia?
The most notable antifederalist from Virginia is Patrick Henry. Henry was invited to the Continental Congress but opted out in order to fight the new Constitution from the outside. Other antifederalists from Virginia include George Mason, a drafter of the Bill of Rights and Richard Henry Lee, drafter of the Declaration and a later Senator.
Who did George Mason marry?
George Mason married Ann Eilbeck.
Who led the anti-federalists?
The anti-federalists were led by Thomas Jefferson.
Southern colonies founders?
Charles Mason, Sir George and Jeremiah Dixon traveld through a line which they now call the mason-dixon lien
How tall was George Mason?
5 to 6ft. but don't listen to me i'm only nine
Who is considered the leading Antifederalist?
There were several antifederalists. Jefferson was considered the leading antifederalist. Other antifederalists include Patrick Henry and George Mason. Antifederalists opposed the constitution.
Were James Monroe Patrick Henry and George Mason leaders of the federalists?
no they were leaders of the anti-federalists.
Who was the anonymous antifederalist named cato?
George Clinton.
Who was the anonymous antifederalist known as cato?
george Clinton
Antifederalists from Virginia?
The most notable antifederalist from Virginia is Patrick Henry. Henry was invited to the Continental Congress but opted out in order to fight the new Constitution from the outside. Other antifederalists from Virginia include George Mason, a drafter of the Bill of Rights and Richard Henry Lee, drafter of the Declaration and a later Senator.
What was George mason's nickname?
George Mason Patriots
Was george Madison an antifederalist?
Yes, George Madison was an anti-federalist. He pointed out that there was no Bill of Rights in the Constitution.
When did George Mason I die?
George Mason I died in 1686.
Where is George Mason located?
George mason lived in Gunston Hall Virgina.
What has the author George Heming Mason written?
George Heming Mason has written: 'George Heming Mason' -- subject(s): Exhibitions
Who did George Mason marry?
George Mason married Ann Eilbeck.
When was George Mason born?
George Mason was born on December 11, 1725.
