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1786, Virginians called a convention in Annapolis to discuss problems with the

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Virginians (specifically James Madison who suggested it) called this convention to discuss the issues of interstate trade. Specially they wanted to discuss abolishing state's trade barriers - but the attendance was low and the convention was not very successful. Their conclusion was sent to the congress nonetheless.
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