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The Ratification of the Constitution: Key Events and Players

The ratification of the U.S. Constitution in 1788 was marked by intense debate between Federalists, who advocated for a stronger central government, and Anti-Federalists, who opposed it due to concerns over individual rights and government power. The process required the approval of nine states, with significant debates in New York and Virginia leading to their eventual ratification. On April 30, 1789, George Washington was inaugurated as the first President, marking the establishment of the new government. Discover the essential questions and dynamics surrounding this pivotal moment in American history.

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The Ratification of the Constitution: Key Events and Players

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  1. Lesson 2.5 RATIFYING THE CONSTITUTION

  2. ESSENTIAL QUESTIONSRatifying the Constitution • Who were the Federalists and the Anti-Federalists? • How long did the ratification of the Constitution take? • What happened after its ratification?

  3. The Federalists and Anti-Federalists The Constitution was very controversial at first, with some groups supporting it, and others attacking it. • Federaliststhought that the Articles of Confederation were weak, and argued for the ratification of the Constitution. • Anti-Federalists objected to the Constitution for many reasons, including the strong central government and the lack of a bill of rights.

  4. The Constitution is Ratified • Nine States ratified the Constitution by June 21, 1788, but the new government needed the ratification of the large States of New York and Virginia. • Great debates were held in both States, with Virginia ratifying the Constitution June 25, 1788. • New York’s ratification was hard fought. Supporters of the Constitution published a series of essays known as The Federalist.

  5. Inaugurating the Government • The new Congress met for the first time on March 4, 1789. • Congress finally attained a quorum (majority) on April 6 and counted the electoral votes. Congress found that George Washington had been unanimously elected President. He was inaugurated on April 30.

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