During the ratification debate, Antifederalists such as James Madison favored a stronger national government while Federalists favored stronger state governments.

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This statement is incorrect. Antifederalists, including James Madison, favored stronger state governments and opposed the idea of a too-powerful national government. On the other hand, Federalists such as Alexander Hamilton and James Madison supported a stronger central government with more power to regulate commerce and taxes.

During the Ratification Debate, Antifederalists Such as James Madison Favored