Dissertation Writers: Did the divide between Federalists and Republicans in the 1790s reflect the same divisions between the Federalists and anti-Federalists?
Using the primary and secondary source materials above as evidence, consider the following in a post of at least 250 words:
- What were the reasons for the initial reform movement to amend or revise the Articles of Confederation?
- From the perspective of 1787–1788, which side do you agree with? Would you have seen the Constitution as a reasonable grant of power, or potentially excessive? Be sure to justify or explain your answer.
- Did the divide between Federalists and Republicans in the 1790s reflect the same divisions between the Federalists and anti-Federalists? What new issues contributed to the Federalist/Republican divide?
