Discussion Post: Federalists Vs Anti-Federalists
• Discuss the main practical and philosophical differences between Federalists and Anti-federalists and assess the ways in which the disputes between them still reverberate today.
What were the main differences between Federalists and Anti-federalists with respect to:
o Taxes
o Standing armies
o The appropriate powers of the federal and state governments
o The best ways to protect liberty and prevent tyranny and abuse of power.
• To what extent do the issues that divided Federalists and Anti-federalists still divide us politically today? To answer this question you will need to find a contemporary news article that highlights a modern political dispute that mirrors conflicts between Federalists and Anti-federalists.
• Which Federalist arguments would modern day conservatives find the most compelling/objectionable? Which Anti-federalist arguments would modern day liberals find most compelling/objectionable?
The response should include a reference list. Using one-inch margins, Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.