History FINAL The Constitution Flashcards
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What did bill of rights allow
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Antifederalists to ratify constitution
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The ideological arguments of federalists and anti federalists
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Federalists: Madison, Washington, Hamilton. Liked strong federal government. Supported constitution, advocated for large republic. Checks and balances
Anti-federalists: Sam Adams, Patrick Henry, feared new government would be too strong and infringe civil liberties. Demanded bill of rights
Eventually all 13 states ratify constitution