Federalists vs Anti-Federalists in Five Minutes

The video discusses the Federalists and Anti-Federalists during the Constitutional Convention of 1787. It highlights the Federalists' push for a strong central government and the Anti-Federalists' concerns about losing liberties. The ratification process required 9 out of 13 states, leading to the addition of the Bill of Rights. The Federalist Party eventually evolved into the Whigs and later the Republican Party, while the Anti-Federalists became the Democratic-Republicans.

What were the main arguments presented by the Federalists in favor of the new Constitution?

How did the ratification process of the Constitution differ from the previous Articles of Confederation?

Who were some of the prominent figures associated with the Anti-Federalists?

What concerns did the Anti-Federalists have regarding the new federal government?

What was the significance of the Bill of Rights in relation to the Constitution?