Question

Analyze why the Anti-Federalists feared a large national government.

They feared that the national government would consolidate all the power leaving the states with no power at all.
They were from heavily populated states that would worry about being heard in a large national government.
They were large business owners who felt they would lose out on government contracts if there was a large national government.
They thought a national government would be the only way to protect their individual rights

Answer 1

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and limit the power of the government. They believed that a large national government would be more prone to corruption and tyranny, as it would be difficult for individual citizens to hold those in power accountable. They also believed that a centralized government would be less responsive to the needs and interests of local communities, as the distance between the government and the people would be greater. Additionally, the Anti-Federalists feared that a strong national government would lead to higher taxes and a loss of economic freedom, as the government would have more power to regulate and control the economy. Overall, their concerns stemmed from a desire to protect individual liberties, limit government power, and ensure the autonomy of the states.