American Government / Unit 1 Gov 034 short lesson, about 20 seconds
The Federalists
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The idea
The Federalists supported ratifying the Constitution, arguing that a strong national government was necessary for the new nation.
In practice
Federalist advocates promised a bill of rights to answer opponents' fears.
Where people slip
"Federalist" here names a ratification position, not the later Federalist Party.
Your place on the trail
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