During the ratification debates, who were the Antifederalists?
A) those who opposed the new Constitution because they wanted a weaker central government
B) those who opposed the Constitution because it did not create a strong enough central government
C) those who opposed the Constitution because it did not provide women with the right to vote
D) those who supported the Constitution
E) those who believed that the United States should enter into a confederation with Britain and Canada

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The Antifederalists were those who opposed the new Constitution because they wanted a weaker central government, fearing that a strong federal government would infringe on state sovereignty and individual rights. They were led by figures such as Patrick Henry, George Mason, and Samuel Adams, and their opposition resulted in the addition of the Bill of Rights (the first ten amendments to the Constitution) in order to address their concerns.

During the Ratification Debates, Who Were the Antifederalists