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Answer:
They were trying to establish a national government.
Explanation:
Each state was powerful in itself, but they really wanted all 13 to work together to form a national government. This is also where the Articles of Confederation came in. it gave citizens a closer tie with their state governments and granted few powers to the central government.
Congress could raise money only by asking the states for funds, borrowing from foreign governments, or selling western lands. In addition, Congress could not draft soldiers or regulate trade. There was no provision for national courts. ... The Articles of Confederation created a very weak central government.
Expressed powers. Yes this is really the answer.
