In framing the Constitution, political factions had competing visions for the United States. Briefly compare and contrast the viewpoints of the Federalists and Anti-Federalists. Then, discuss how the framers of the Constitution balanced the competing claims of local self-government and national authority. In particular, how did they resolve conflicts between small states and large states, as well as sectional interests between north and south? Be sure to draw from the primary sources and class readings in Globalyceum as well as any relevant lectures and documentaries to support your answer.