The Constitution was designed to limit the power of government while ensuring basic personal rights for American citizens. The new government would be based on democratic principles. These principles placed the emphasis on the good of the people, allowing their participation while protecting their individual rights.
They were concerned that getting the government involved would hurt states' rights.
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