They did this to<span> prevent one branch of Government from becoming too powerful. For example, if the president (executive branch) was given all power, he might become too powerful and oppressive.</span>
It was very important because it established two things. First is that the Constitution grants to Congress implied powers for implementing the Constitution's express powers, and the second is that state action may not impede valid constitutional exercises of power by the Federal government
There was a huge demand for raw materials during this time. There was a shortage. By coming together and working this shortage would be not as bad
It allowed for factories to work at night
