The Constitution

The Constitution was written in 1787. It was written to create a stronger federal government, one which could pass national legislation, levy taxes, mediate between the states, and create a standard currency. Before the Constitution, there were the Articles of Confederation, which had created the federal government, but which had restricted its power because of the colonists' fear of central government.
The restriction was so severe that the national government was unable to function. This had created a time of economic turmoil and panic. The banking system was a shambles, and commerce was at a standstill. Even though there was still strong resistance to a central federal authority, the states were forced to accept the new federal Constitution.
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