After the Constitutional Convention, the Federalists, who were supporters of the newly drafted Constitution, had a positive viewpoint. They were in favor of a strong central government and believed that the Constitution provided the necessary framework for an effective and stable government. They argued that the Constitution struck a balance between state and federal powers and would protect the rights of individuals while also promoting national growth and unity. The Federalists, led by figures such as Alexander Hamilton and James Madison, actively campaigned for the ratification of the Constitution through the writing of the Federalist Papers, a series of essays defending the Constitution and its principles. They believed that the Constitution would create a government capable of maintaining order, protecting property, and securing the liberties of the people.
