32 1) what was the debate between the federalists and the anti-federalists? be as detailed as possible. 2) which group wanted the bill of rights? why? 3) which group felt a bill of rights was unnecessary? why? 4) briefly review the first 10 amendments to the constitution (the bill of rights).

1. Anti-Federalist opposed the constitution bc the felt it gave to much power to the federal government while taking more power from the state and local government.

Federalist supported the constitution bc they felt the nation would not survive w/o its passage and a stronger national government was necessary after the failure of the Articles of Federation.

2. Anti-Federalists wanted Bill of Rights- It guaranteed protection of basic individual liberties such as trial by jury or freedom of speech.

3.Federalists-believed that any power not given to federal Gov. Was left to people and states.