Strengths and Weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation – Flashcards
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There was only one vote per state, regardless of its size
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There was no power to regulate commerce or trade between the states - each state could put tariffs on trade between states
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The National Government did not have the independent power to tax.
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The national government could not force the states to obey its laws and notices for taxation were ignored because they could not be enforced
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There was no national army or navy
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There was no system of national courts
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Each state could issue its own paper money
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Congress lacked strong and solid leadership - there was no President
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Congress did not have the power to raise money to pay for action against border encroachments by the British and Spanish
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Any changes to the Articles required a unanimous vote (all people agreeing) leading to long delays in implementation
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The Articles of Confederation were a written agreement and the first constitution of the United States of America
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The authority to declare war and make peace
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The Articles of Confederation gave Congress the power to manage Native Indian affairs
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The Articles of Confederation supported the Continental Army
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Encouraged coordination and cooperation between different states and Congress settled disputes between states
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Allowed formation of new states
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A postal service, admiralty courts, and
coin money was established
