History of North America

Why did many leaders insist The Bill of Rights be added to the constitution?

The Bill of Rights was added to the Constitution due to the influence and insistence of the Anti-Federalists, who feared that the strong federal government outlined in the original document could lead to the abuse of power and the infringement of individual liberties.

The Bill of Rights was designed to address the concerns of those who believed that the Constitution did not provide adequate protection for individual rights. By including a clear statement of fundamental rights and liberties, the Bill of Rights helped to ensure the success and ratification of the Constitution.