Anti-Federalist Concerns on Centralized Power

The Anti-Federalist Papers were a series of essays written to oppose the ratification of the United States Constitution. A key concern among Anti-Federalists was the impact of the proposed Constitution on individual liberties and state sovereignty. In particular, they feared that the Constitution would create a centralized government that could infringe upon the rights of citizens. One of the most famous Anti-Federalist writers was Brutus, who articulated several arguments against the power of the federal government.

Which of the following statements best summarizes a primary argument found in the Anti-Federalist Papers?