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Explore the fears that shaped the US Constitution, from fear of monarchy to weak government and direct democracy, and the solutions implemented to address them. Learn about the importance of a strong national government, the power of the people, and the compromises that shaped the nation.
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Three Fears of the Founding Fathers: From the Articles of Confederation to the US Constitution
Solution: A Republic – Not a Monarchy • “We the People” ratify/accept the Constitution • Almost anyone can run for office • Regular elections
Solution: A Stronger National Government • The power to tax • A president and court system • Supremacy Clause – National Govt. > States
2. People Vote for Representatives – But Not President, Senators, Judges
4. Two Houses: Senate & House of Representatives (Bicameralism)
Strong National Government Direct Democracy Monarchy Weak National Government
IV. Two Constitutional Compromises • Big States, Small States, and the Great Compromise