Sure! Here are some strengths and weaknesses of the national government under the Articles of Confederation:
Strengths
- Established a framework for diplomacy - Allowed the U.S. to engage in foreign relations and treaties.
- Northwest Ordinance - Provided a method for admitting new states to the Union and set a precedent for future expansion.
- Unified military - Created a national army to defend against foreign threats and maintain order.
Weaknesses
- Lack of a strong central authority - The national government lacked the power to enforce laws, leading to inefficiencies.
- No power to levy taxes - The government could not collect taxes, which made it difficult to fund operations and pay debts.
- Unanimous consent required for amendments - Changes to the Articles required agreement from all thirteen states, making it almost impossible to address issues.
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