Federalists & Anti-federalists

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What is the significance of the Constitution Convention?

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The U.S. Constitution was written at this convention.

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The Constitution gives the federal government enough power to overpower the states. Who opposes this?

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Anti-Federalists

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It will not be possible for the federal gov. to overpower the states, because states are necessary part of the federal gov.

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Federalists

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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. Who opposed this?

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Anti-Federalists

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The Constitution says federal laws are "the supreme law of the land," so the federal gov. could just take complete control. Who opposed this view?

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Anti-Federalists

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Nothing in the Constitution says the federal gov. has power to limit people's freedoms in the first place.

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Federalists

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The Constitution gives the federal government just a few powers that are very well defined. Who supports this view?

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Federalists

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Who would say: The President created by the Constitution is really just a king?

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Anti-Federalists

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A strong President is necessary to protect country against foreign attack and make sure laws are carried out properly. Who supports this view?

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Federalists

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The Constitution creates a Supreme Court that is too powerful because the judges don't answer to anyone. Who believes this?

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Anti-Federalists