Federalists Anti-Federalists
A Supported the creation of
a confederation Supported the creation of
a pluralist democracy
B Drew support from small farmers
and rural citizens Drew support from planters, merchants,
and urban dwellers
C Stressed the need for a government that
could grow to address more issues Stressed the need for more power to
smaller, state governments
D Said a “bill of rights” would negate the concept
of Federalism in the Constitution Feared a lack of a “bill of rights” would cause
citizens to lose their rights and liberties