1. From Confederation to Constitution
... this reason, the larger, more populous states endorsed this plan). The executive consists of an unspecified number of people, to be selected by the national legislature and serve for one term. Scope of powers given to all 3 branches be greater than power given to central government by the Articles of Confederation. National legislature could override state laws. Madison advocated a nine (9) year term ... ; BUT the small states had enough support to force a compromise - especially on representation. Great Compromise or "The Connecticut Compromise" On 30 June, Oliver Ellsworth of Connectic...
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