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Why did the federalists want a strong central federal government?

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Answer: Federalist wanted a strong central government because they believe that a strong central government was necessary if the states were going to unite together to form a nation.

Explanation: federalists believed that a strong central government best protect individual citizens rights and freedom. The federalist does not want a bill of right, they prefer the constitution. Federalist also believe that a large nation was important to promote justice.

Federalism is a system of government in which the governmental power are shared between the central government and the other governmental units. Examples of Federalism include Nigeria, United States of America, Canada e.t.c

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