MAKING OF A NEW NATION 1776 1800
THE ARTICLES OF CONFEDERATION
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He believed the greatest weaknesses in the congress’s lack of power over the states.
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He had believed that congress cannot carry out the duties given toit by the Article of confederation because they cannot raise money nor force the states to send money to the central covernment.
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He hadbelieves tht the country cannot survive without suforpport from both the states and the central government .
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -The weakness of the Articles of Confederation was that Congress was not strong enough to enforce laws or raise taxes, making it difficult for the new nation to repay their debts from the Revolutionary War.
Detailed explanation-2: -Not surprisingly, Hamilton was a sharp critic of the Articles of Confederation precisely because it gave too much power to the individual states and not enough to the central government.
Detailed explanation-3: -With the passage of time, weaknesses in the Articles of Confederation became apparent; Congress commanded little respect and no support from state governments anxious to maintain their power. Congress could not raise funds, regulate trade, or conduct foreign policy without the voluntary agreement of the states.
Detailed explanation-4: -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.
Detailed explanation-5: -The greatest weakness of the articles of Confederation is the Congress not being able to establish a common currency, nor regulating the interstate commerce and the levy of taxes.