1. Federalists/Anti-Federalists

2. Federalists
Strong national government
Government controlled by wealthy and educated citizens
Policies favorable to trade, business and finance
National bank
Protective tariffs
Strong ties with Britain, but not with France
A bill of rights was not needed because peoples' rights were protected in the Constitution.
Supporters: George Washington, John Marshall, Alexander Hamilton
Federalist Papers:
Reasons:
Avoid problems that arose under the Articles of Confederation

3. Anti-Federalists Limited National Government
Government controlled by ordinary citizens
Favorable to farmers, artisans, and skilled workers
State bank
Free trade
Strong ties with France, but not with Britain
Supporter: Patrick Henry, George Mason, Richard Henry Lee
Bill of Rights was needed to protect individual liberties
Reason:
Avoid abuses suffered under British rule