Federalists vs Anti-Federalists

The Constitution gives the federal government too much power and it will overpower the states..

• Federalist

• Anti-Federalist

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

• Federalist

• Anti-Federalist

The Constitution should contain a Bill of Rights to protect individual liberties like freedom of speech, trial by jury, and the right against searches and seizures.

• Federalist

• Anti-Federalist

The Constitution will protect the people's liberties without a Bill of Rights because it is a government for the people by the people.

• Federalist

• Anti-Federalist

The President created by the Constitution is really just another King.

• Federalist

• Anti-Federalist

The Constitution creates a Supreme Court that is too powerful because the judges don’t answer to anyone.

• Federalist

• Anti-Federalist

The Constitution forbids creating titles of nobility like “Duke” or “King,” so the government will always belong to the people.

• Federalist

• Anti-Federalist

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

• Federalist

• Anti-Federalist

The Constitution doesn't need a Bill of Rights because it guarantees citizens a role in government.

• Federalist

• Anti-Federalist

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

• Federalist

• Anti-Federalist