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Challenges of Ratifying the U.S. Constitution: Federalists vs. Anti-Federalists

Ratifying the Constitution was a contentious process, requiring only nine out of thirteen states for approval. The Federalists championed the new framework, arguing that a strong national government was essential for order and protection of rights, deeming a Bill of Rights unnecessary. In contrast, the Anti-Federalists feared governmental overreach and insisted on safeguards for individual liberties. Key states like Virginia and New York played critical roles in the ratification, culminating in the election of George Washington as the first President, marking a pivotal moment in American history.

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Challenges of Ratifying the U.S. Constitution: Federalists vs. Anti-Federalists

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  1. Ratifying the Constitution ….NOT an easy task!Unanimity is too much to ask. The Constitution will become law if only 9 out of 13 states ratify it. Ch. 2.5 Petterson

  2. Federalist Anti-Federalist. Federalists vs. Anti-Federalistsp. 56

  3. Favored the ratification of the Constitution Objected to the ratification Process. Wanted to replace the Articles of Confederation Believed a Bill of Rights was unnecessary Wanted a Bill of Rights Federalist Anti-Federalist. The Constitution would protect the liberty of every citizen. Wanted a Strong National Government to provide order and protect rights. Federalists Vs. Anti-Federalist Wanted a weak National Gov’t that would not threaten the rights of people or the powers of the state.

  4. Delaware: 1st state to ratify. • New Hampshire: 9th State to ratify. BUT…. the new gov’t could not succeed without support of New York and Virginia (due to their large population and political influence) • Virginia managed to ratify the constitution just 4 days after New Hampshire, amidst heated debates.

  5. In New York a similar argument was boiling. It gave rise to The Federalist, a remarkable collection of 85 essays supporting the Constitution. • A narrow vote finally brought the number of States to 11 on Sept. 13. 1788. • So the Government Goes…. • New York = temporary Capital • Next step is to vote for the Executive branch. • George Washington wins unanimously, John Adams is VP. • April 30 Washington takes the oath of office.

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