The Federalists favored a strong national government. They want to support the national interests. However, Democrats (oppposing party) favored a weak central government and the support of states.
The Federalists favoured the Constitution
Federalists favored a strong national government to replace the weak Articles of Confederation. They believed that a centralized authority was vital for stability, economic growth, and protection of individual rights. Key figures like Hamilton and Madison argued for the Constitution and emphasized the importance of effective governance and prevention of conflict among states.
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