Anti-Federalist

George MasonPatrick HeneryJohn HancockSam AdamsRichard Henry Lee

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The Antifederalists were a diverse coalition of people who opposed ratification of the Constitution. Although less well organized than the Federalists, they also had an impressive group of leaders who were especially prominent in state politics.

Who were the Anti Federalist?

Who were some Anti Federalist of the past?

Federalists believed in a stronger centralized government and that the states were essentially part of one union that could enact laws upon all states. Anti-Federalists believed in strong states rights and a very minimalist federal government for many reasons.

Federalist v.Anti Federalist