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Under the Constitution as written, too much power is given to the federal government, and too much power is taken away from the states.
ANTI-FEDERALISTS
The only tasks the federal government may address are those that affect the nation as a whole, such as defense, trade, and currency. A strong central government is necessary in order to complete those tasks. The Constitution will protect the governments of the individual states.
FEDERALISTS
There is no list of rights held by the people and states in the Constitution. Such a list is necessary to protect the people from abuses by the federal government.
ANTI-FEDERALISTS
There is no need for a list of rights guaranteed to the individual and the states. The powers of the federal government are limited, and to include such a listing would suggest that the individual can only expect to have those rights listed protected.
FEDERALISTS
The Necessary and Proper (elastic) Clause is too vague, and can be interpreted in too many ways. This clause gives too much power to the federal government - there are many dangers of the federal government using this clause to gain more power over the states and individuals.
ANTI-FEDERALISTS
The Necessary and Proper (elastic) Clause is needed, so that the federal government is able to address the tasks for which it is responsible.
FEDERALISTS
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