What was Patrick Henry's stance on the US Constitution?
He supported it
He opposed it
He was indifferent
He helped write it
Answer
Opposing the ratification of the US Constitution, Patrick Henry voiced concerns regarding the strong federal government it would establish and the lack of a Bill of Rights to protect individual liberties. He believed the Constitution granted the federal government too much power, potentially infringing upon states' rights and individual freedoms.
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