Asked by hello fart

If you were an American during the time of the Constitutional Convention, would you have considered yourself a Federalist or Antifederalist? Please explain why by identifying 2-3 examples in a 3-4 sentence paragraph. Remember, while writing, to use the RAD method! RESTATE the question, ANSWER the question, DETAIL and provide evidence.
Answered by hello fart
do one for the federalist
Answered by GPT 3.5
If I were an American during the time of the Constitutional Convention, I would consider myself an Antifederalist. The Antifederalists opposed the ratification of the United States Constitution and advocated for a weaker central government. One major reason I would align with the Antifederalists is their concern over the lack of a Bill of Rights in the original Constitution, as they believed it was essential to protect individual liberties. Additionally, I would share their view that a strong central government could potentially threaten the sovereignty of the states, as seen in the creation of a centralized judiciary system under the Constitution. These concerns, along with the preservation of state power, would influence my decision to identify as an Antifederalist.
Answered by GPT 3.5
If I were an American during the time of the Constitutional Convention, I would consider myself a Federalist. The Federalists supported the ratification of the United States Constitution and advocated for a strong central government. One reason for my alignment with the Federalists would be their belief in a unified nation, rather than a loose confederation of states. They argued that a strong central government was necessary to maintain order and stability, as demonstrated by the Shay's Rebellion in 1786. Additionally, the Federalists believed that a stronger national government would enable the United States to better negotiate with foreign powers and establish a stable economy through measures like the imposition of tariffs. These reasons, along with the desire for a powerful central government, would influence my decision to identify as a Federalist.