The Creation of the Constitution
The Second Attempt at Establishing a Government
signing of the constitution
The Constitutional Convention of 1787, convened in Philadelphia, aimed to address the shortcomings of the Articles of Confederation. Led by George Washington, the convention ultimately resulted in the creation of a new Constitution, marked by a spirit of compromise.
The Plans Emerged: New Jersey Plan and Virginia Plan
New Jersey Plan
Equal Votes: advocated for equal representation for all states
Unicameral Government: proposed a single-chamber legislature
Multiple Executives: suggested the appointment of multiple executives (presidents)
Judicial Branch Limits: argued for restricting the judicial branch's power over the states
Virginia Plan
Population-based Representation: called for representation based on state population
Bicameral Government: favored a two-chamber legislature
Executive Selection: proposed the election of the president by Congress
Lifetime Appointments: advocated for lifetime appointments for individuals in the judiciary
Congressional Override: granted Congress the authority to override state decisions
Which plan wanted multiple executives (presidents)?
Philadelphia Plan
New Jersey Plan
Virginia Plan