Anti-Federalist Papers

The Anti-Federalist Papers were a collection of essays written in the late 1700s that argued against the ratification of the U.S. Constitution. They expressed concerns that the new government might be too powerful and threaten individual rights and states' sovereignty. The writers emphasized the need for stronger protections for personal freedoms and wanted a more decentralized government. Their arguments helped shape the Bill of Rights, the first ten amendments to the Constitution, ensuring certain freedoms and limiting government power. Overall, they played a crucial role in shaping American political thought and balancing federal authority with individual rights.