Understanding Federalism and the Constitutional Debates

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This educational video introduces students to the concept of Federalism through the lens of the historical debates surrounding the ratification of the United States Constitution. Using a relatable analogy of a difficult classroom group project, the narrator explains the tension and compromise required during the Constitutional Convention. The video defines key political terms including federalism, ratification, and factions, while outlining the central conflict between the Federalists, who favored a strong national government, and the Anti-Federalists, who advocated for stronger state powers.