Which of the following best summarizes the logic used by the Anti-Federalists to argue against a single large republic?

Question

A. A single large republic will make direct citizen participation easier.

B. A single large republic will best represent and protect the interests of the states.

C. A single large republic will make controlling factions easier.

D. A single large republic will make it difficult if not impossible to represent the views of the citizens.

Answer 1

D. A single large republic will make it difficult if not impossible to represent the views of the citizens.

Anti-Federalists argued that a large republic would distance government officials from the people, making it challenging to represent the diverse interests and views of the citizenry effectively. They believed that smaller republics would allow for more direct representation and engagement of citizens in governance.