MAKING OF A NEW NATION 1776 1800
THE ARTICLES OF CONFEDERATION
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imposed unfair taxes on the states.
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used a draft to raise a national army.
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provided a strong system of federal courts.
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placed too much power in the hands of the states.
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Detailed explanation-1: -Critics of the Articles of Confederation argued that it gave too much power to the states and not enough power to the federal government.
Detailed explanation-2: -One of the biggest problems was that the national government had no power to impose taxes. To avoid any perception of “taxation without representation, ” the Articles of Confederation allowed only state governments to levy taxes. To pay for its expenses, the national government had to request money from the states.
Detailed explanation-3: -Congress was unable to impose taxes; it could only borrow money on credit. No national court system was established to protect the rights of U.S. citizens. No executive branch was established to enforce laws. Amendments could be added only with the approval of all 13 states.