But sure I am that the dangers of this system are real, when those who have no similar interests with the people of this region are to legislate for us - when our dearest interests are left in the
power of those whose advantage it may be to infringe them... The tyranny of Philadelphia may be
like the tyranny of George III.
There is a striking difference, and our great contrariety of difference in) interests, between the
States. They are naturally divided into carrying (shipping) and productive (agricultural] states
The government subjects everything to the northern majority. Is there not, then, a settled purpose
to check the southern interest? We put unbounded power over our property in hands not having a
common interest with us.
Source: Excerpts from a Patrick Henry speech, June 12, 1788
What evidence does the author provide that shows conflict of interest between the
different states?
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