What was the process by which the Constitution was finally ratified?
- Which states supported it, and by what margins?
- Which states did not support it?
- What objections were raised by the states?
Answer (2)
During the ratification of the constitution the founding fathers had to persuade 9 out of the 13 states to approve the new form of government. The states objections were mostly that they wanted a written document stating their rights. Rhode Island was one of the most antifederalists states.
The U.S. Constitution was ratified from 1787 to 1790, requiring at least nine of the thirteen states to approve it. Key supporters included Delaware and New Hampshire, while states like North Carolina and Rhode Island initially resisted ratification. Major objections included fears of federal overreach and the lack of a Bill of Rights, which eventually led to the promise of amendments to secure individual liberties.
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