Federalist vs. Anti-Federalist

The states are, and should remain, the core of our republic. It is there that the people can be properly represented. When states have to bend to the central government's will, the people will pay with their liberty.
Whose argument is it? (a)  

• Anti-Federalist

• Federalist

A government simply cannot operate, provide critical services, and support a military without money. A reasonable amount of taxes is needed to maintain a functional federal government. The alternative is a do-nothing government and non-existent national defense. Growth and improvement cost money, but are worth the investment.
Whose argument was it?​ (a)  

• Federalist

• Anti-Federalist

After our breakup (and war) with King George III a few years back, why would we want another king at the head of our new government? Supporters say that the president will be elected. I don't think that means he won't go looking for a crown.
Whose argument was it? (a)  

• Anti-Federalist

• Federalist

The supporters of the Constitution do not believe a listing of the rights of the people is necessary. They are wrong. We need a Bill of Rights to make sure the government doesn't take away our liberties.
Whose argument was it? ​ (a)  

• Anti-Federalist

• Federalist

The common people do not have the refinement to participate directly in the government. A chosen body of citizens will refine the desires of the masses and apply their wisdom to ruling the nation.
Whose argument was it? (a)  

• Federalist

• Anti-Federalist

Critics from both sides have complained about how slavery is treated in this proposed Constitution. Some wanted more protections for the institution of slavery, while others wanted it abolished entirely. The only way to move forward is to compromise. We must leave this debate to the future.
Whose argument is it? (a)  

• Federalist

• Anti-Federalist

The Senate creates a completely unequal setting for legislation. As it stands, the tiny state of Delaware has as much representation in the Senate as large and populous states like Virginia. How is this fair? How is this democratic?
Whose argument is it? (a)  

• Anti-Federalist

• Federalist

I see no reason to restrict the representation of small states in the House. America deserves a government with balanced state power, giving each an equal seat at the table.
Whose argument was it? (a)  

• Federalist

• Anti-Federalist

A written list of rights sounds like a great idea, until you think about it a little harder. Can we all agree on ten things, or even a hundred? Would those make up the whole list? What about something you think of later? Is it not protected? Putting things on paper makes it seem like there are only so many rights worth protecting.​ (a)  

• Federalist

• Anti-Federalist