The founding fathers created weaker articles of confederation because they wanted to save and protects the rights of the citizens.
Explanation:
- It was only possible if government would have less intervention in the functioning.
- The stronger constitution means more control and power in the hands of the government which can cause or restrict the freedom of the citizens.
- They had the fear that strong constitution will bound the rights and freedom of the citizens. Thus, they created a weaker article of confederation.
The Espionage and Sedition Acts(1917 and 1918)allowed a citizen to be fined or imprisoned for speaking out against the government or the war effort. Benefits of these actions include streamlining war production and removing obstacles to the war effort.
Answer:
popular sovereignty, limited government, separation of powers, checks and balances, judicial review, federalism, and republicanism