US Constitution Process

Document 1: It shows as though we aren’t self sufficient. It shows that other countries do not look at us with a good point of view because we don’t have self- government. The editor believes the ratifying of the Constitution will give us a stronger, well-organized government. The Constitution would help the U.S. protect its’ name and makeup and reinforce our trade. Document 2: Mercy Otis Warren opposed the ratifying of the Constitution because there was no security for liberty of the press, or rights of conscience. Also, there was a scare that the legislative and executive could combine so strongly and could remain in power for infinite time; therefore it could result in their former government, Britain. Document 3: 1. Washington was agreeing with the error that needed to be changed. Washington complained that the 13 colonies for some reason couldn’t agree together. 2. Washington suggested that the people forming these laws probably had a misjudgment on what the people wanted. Also, they thought they knew what the people would agree/disagree with. He believed the 13 colonies needed a stronger less democratic, national government. Document 4: Patrick Henry opposed the Constitution because he believed it endangered our rights and privileges. Henry believed that our sovereignty would be relinquished. Also, he believed the rights of conscience, trial by jury, and liberty of the press were caused to be insecure. Document 5: Amos Singletree opposed Massachusetts ratifying the Constitution because the illiterates or less educated, him included, feared the Constitution would be used by “monied men” or lawyers, bankers, merchants, etc… to obtain the money and power in their hands because of their high class education. Document 6: The addition that was suggested to the U.S. Constitution to win the approval of many opponents were the certain amendments and alterations in said Constitution that would remove the fears and quiet the apprehensions of the