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Author Warren, Mercy Otis, 1728-1814
Author of introduction, etc. Towner, Lawrence W. (Lawrence William), 1921-1992
Dubious author Gerry, Elbridge, 1744-1814
Title Observations on the new constitution, and on the Federal and State conventions, by a Columbian patriot
Original Publication Boston: The Old South Association, 1955.
Series Title Old South leaflets, no. 226.
Note Also has been attributed to Elbridge Gerry.
Credits Bob Taylor, Steve Mattern and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
Summary "Observations on the New Constitution, and on the Federal and State Conventions, By a Columbian Patriot" is a political pamphlet written by Mercy Otis Warren in the late 18th century. This work emerged shortly after the ratification of the Federal Constitution by Massachusetts in February 1788. As an Anti-Federalist document, its primary concern is the potential threats posed by the new Constitution to individual liberties and state sovereignty. In this pamphlet, Warren articulates strong objections to the proposed government structure, fearing it could lead to tyranny and the erosion of rights previously fought for during the American Revolution. She critiques the federal powers granted under the new Constitution, emphasizing the dangers of centralized authority, insufficient checks on power, and inadequate representation for the populace. Throughout her observations, Warren calls for accountability in governance and a commitment to protecting individual rights, urging for a reconsideration of the Constitution to safeguard the freedoms hard-won by the American people. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class JK: Political science: Political inst. and pub. Admin.: United States
Subject Constitutional history -- United States
Subject United States -- Politics and government -- 1783-1789
Subject United States. Constitution
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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