Question

Which two statements best summarize the constitutional philosophy of the Federalists?

The Federalists feared that a strong central government would suppress individual liberties.
The Federalists favored sharing power between the federal government and the states.
The Federalists thought the Articles of Confederation were weak and had to be replaced.
The Federalists believed the Constitution created a federal government that was too powerful.

Answer 1

1. The Federalists favored sharing power between the federal government and the states.

2. The Federalists thought the Articles of Confederation were weak and had to be replaced

Step-by-step explanation:

Founding Fathers who supported this:

1. James Madison

2. Alexander Hamilton

3. John Jay

4. George Washington

5. John Adams

6. Benjamin Franklin

7. Gouverneur Morris

8. Rufus King

9. John Marshall

Founding Fathers against this:

1. Thomas Jefferson

2. Patrick Henry

3. Samuel Adams

4. Richard Henry Lee

5. George Mason

6. James Monroe

7. Edmund Randolph

Founding Fathers against this:

were for STATES RIGHTS

favored a more agrarian society

were worried about a strong central government infringing upon individual liberties and the powers of the states

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