Anti-Federalist Paper: Federal Farmer II (Richard Henry Lee) on General Concerns About the Constitution
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Federal Farmer II by Richard Henry Lee argues against the proposed U.S. Constitution, highlighting concerns about inadequate representation, the dangers of centralized power, broad congressional authority, the lack of a Bill of Rights, and the risks associated with standing armies. Lee’s essay emphasizes the need for a more balanced distribution of power to protect states' rights and individual liberties. Lee stresses the importance of representation, explicit protections for liberties, and cautious military provisions to ensure a government that truly serves its people.
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