Federalist vs Anti-Federalist

We must start with a fresh document, fixing the Articles of Confederation isn’t enough.

• Federalist

• Antifederalist

The Constitution contains no Bill of Rights to protect individual liberties like freedom of speech, trial by jury, and the right against searches and seizures.

• Federalist

• Antifederalist

A strong President is necessary to protect the country against foreign attack and make sure laws are carried out properly.

• Federalist

• Antifederalist

The Constitution gives too much power to the central government, overpowering the states.

• Federalist

• Antifederalist

The President created by the Constitution is really just a king.

• Federalist

• Antifederalist

The United States is too large to have a central government. People won’t know their leaders and will lose control over the government.

• Federalist

• Antifederalist

The Constitution already contains a few rights, so we may as well add a whole Bill of Rights.

• Federalist

• Antifederalist

What describes the POV of Anti-Federalists on the ratification of the US Constitution?

• It should never become law
• There should be no changes
• Individual rights should be included
• The central government should be stronger

What supports the AntiFederalists in the struggle over ratification of the US Constitution?

• Constitution should limit state government
• Constitution should protect fundamental rights
  
• Constitution should create a strong national government
• Constitution should prevent the election of politicians.

Which viewpoint was common among Anti-Federalists?

• There is no need for a separate Bill of Rights
• The Constitution does not give enough power to states
• The Constitution will strengthen the government
• A strong national gov't will protect the people in crisis