Federalists vs. Anti-Federalists
The fierce national debate over the ratification of the Constitution.
Key Questions
- 1What were the main fears of the Anti-Federalists regarding a strong central government?
- 2How did the Federalist Papers attempt to reassure the public?
- 3Why was the promise of a Bill of Rights necessary for ratification?
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