Why did Federalists argue that the Articles of Confederation needed to be replaced?
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Correct answer: The Articles left the government too weak to tax, regulate commerce, or enforce laws
Under the Articles of Confederation, Congress lacked important powers such as the ability to tax directly and regulate interstate commerce. Federalists argued that these weaknesses made the government unable to handle debt, trade disputes, and unrest.
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