During the neolithic revolution, the need of getting a reliable source out of the resources around was of great importance. Since the resources are scarce, an organization of how to harness the resources was a challenge. This was how the power play of politics and division emerged during that era.
Critics of the Articles of Confederation argued that it was far too "weak" in the sense that it didn't give the federal government enough power over the states. This became especially evident after Shays' Rebellion, which proved very difficult to put down.