Question

Who felt that a strong central government was needed, especially since the articles of confederation were so weak.

Answer 1

I believe the answer is: Federalists

The articles of confederation at that time did not specify the central government supremacy to overrule the states' actions in case they are contradicting one another. The federalists fear that this gave the state with too much power and make it easier for them to secede and form an independent country.

Answer 2

The Federalists felt that a strong central government was needed, especially since the articles of confederation were so weak.