Introduction
Learn about the “Out of Doors” debate that took place across the states between those who supported the Constitution, and those who did not.
Chronology
View the sequence of events and documents of the 1787-1788 “out-of-doors” debates in newspapers in pamphlets during ratification:
Biographies
Learn about the key figures in the Federalist and Antifederalist debate over the proposed Constitution.
The Federalist Papers
Introduction to The Federalist
Outline of The Federalist
The Essential Federalist Papers
The Issues
Read perspectives from both sides of the debate on key issues related to government’s role, structure, and powers, as well their thoughts on the value of a Bill of Rights.
