Q This discussion addresses the following outcomes: • Explain the major differences in the political, social, economic, and foreign policy views of Federalism and Republicanism, including the differing views on the War of 1812 (CO#2 , CO#4, CO#6/Gen. Ed. Outcome 4.2) • Compare and contrast the perceived shortcomings and advantages of the Articles of Confederation and the proposed Constitution (CO#4) • Explain the Federalist and Anti-Federalist arguments during the 1787 Constitutional Convention and the 1787-1789 ratification debates (CO#4) In this political cartoon, “The Looking Glass”, you can view the debates in Connecticut over ratification of the US Constitution. The state is represented by a wagon stuck in a muddy ditch while two factions pull it in opposite directions. On the left are the Federalists (supporters of the Constitution) and on the right, the anti-Federalists, while in between, various characters make obscene gestures to show their opinion. Before beginning this discussion, make sure to read the Module Notes and Chapter 6: “A New Nation (Links to an external site.)” and Chapter 7: “The Early Republic” (Links to an external site.) in The American Yawp and the following primary sources: Butler, P. (1787), Debates Within the Constitutional Convention (Links to an external site.) (1787), Slavery and the Constitution (Links to an external site.) (1787). Madison, J. (1788), Federalist #45 (Links to an external site.), Hamilton, A. (1788), Federalist #85 (Links to an external site.), Bryan, S. (October 1787), Centinel I (Links to an external site.), and Henry, P. (June 1788), Anti-Federalist Speech (Links to an external site.). Using the primary and secondary source materials above as evidence, consider the following in a post of at least 250 words: • What were the reasons for the initial reform movement to amend or revise the Articles of Confederation? • From the perspective of 1787–1788, which side do you agree with? Would you have seen the Constitution as a reasonable grant of power, or potentially excessive? Be sure to justify or explain your answer. • Did the divide between Federalists and Republicans in the 1790s reflect the same divisions between the Federalists and anti-Federalists? What new issues contributed to the Federalist/Republican divide? Then, over the course of the week, respond to the posts of at least two of your classmates.