In the debate over ratification, the Federalists believed that a representative republic was possible and desirable.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The Federalists, during the debate over the ratification of the U.S. Constitution, argued that a large republic could effectively represent the diverse interests of its citizens, countering the Anti-Federalists' concerns over the feasibility and desirability of such a government structure. They believed that a representative republic could safeguard liberties and prevent tyranny.

In the Debate Over Ratification, the Federalists Believed That a Representative