AIM: How did the Federalists and Anti-Federalists views affect the U.S.?

The Living Constitution Most wanted a strong national government while hoping to protect Popular Sovereignty. Popular Sovereignty: The idea that political authority belongs to the people.

The Teachers Papers Do you agree or disagree? Should the teacher be that strong?

What are some possible arguments A Heated Debate In every state across the young nation, heated debates took place. Supporters of the Constitution called themselves Federalists. Those who opposed the Constitution were known as Anti-Federalists. What are some possible arguments that both sides had?

James Madison - Federalist Are the terms, common defense and general welfare, not enough. This new Constitution provides us with a strong central government that the Articles of Confederation did not. As you have seen the articles gave to much power to the states. The new constitution allows the national government to function effectively while still securing the rights of the citizens. James Madison - Federalist

Patrick Henry - Anti-Federalist Where are our rights in this document? We ask for them to be written down so that they could not be altered. WE the states will be left to weak if the Constitution is ratified. This document will give the president too much power. Are we asking for another king! Washington has shown that he is capable but will others be? Patrick Henry - Anti-Federalist

FEDERALISTS Supporters of the Constitution. Felt the Articles of Confederation were weak. The Constitution allowed the national gov’t to run effectively. Protected rights. Alexander Hamilton, John Jay. Wrote essays known as the Federalist Papers defending the Constitution.

ANTI-FEDERALISTS Opposed the Constitution. Made the national government too strong, states too weak. Gave the President too much power. They did not want George Washington to become President. They wanted a bill of rights.

arugement? Explain your Based on the quotations, which side has the better arugement? Explain your reasoning.

ASSIGNMENT Pretend that you are living during the time that the Constitution was being introduced. - Write a letter to your friend who is undecided. Tell them how you feel and try to influence them to join your side of the debate. Be sure to explain why you support the side you chose. Use your notes and what you learned today to help you decide.

Why were there disagreements about the Constitution? Summary: Why were there disagreements about the Constitution?