The Constitution is a very significant document throughout US history. However, during the ratification of the Constitution, many people had differences in opinions. The two groups who argued over the ratification were the Federalists and Antifederalists. Federalists were the ones in favor of the new constitution’s balance of power between the states and the national government. Important members of this group were George Washington, James Madison, and Alexander Hamilton. On the other hand, anti-federalists were those who opposed the Constitution. They disliked the idea of such a strong government. Important members of this group were Samuel Adams, Richard Henry Lee, and Patrick Henry. The Federalists wanted a division of powers and believed
