Question

Before the U.S Constitution was adopted, each state held a ratifying convention to discuss and vote on the Constitution. Alexander Hamilton attended the New York state ratification convention. A quote from one of his speeches during the convention is show below:
"Here [in the U.S House of Representatives], sir, the people govern; here they act by their immediate representatives.

Which basic principle of government is Hamilton highlighting in this quote?



A.) separation of powers


B.) limited government


C.) federalism


D.) popular sovereignty

Answer 1

Answer:

federalism

Explanation:

The essays urged New York delegates to ratify the Constitution. In 1788, the essays were published in a bound volume entitled the Federalist and eventually became known as the Federalist Papers. Some people felt that the Constitution would give the central government too much power and would limit individual freedom