Although he turned out to be quite popular, George Washington's election as the first president of the United States was strongly contested and highly contentious

What was the greatest fear of the Anti-Federalists during the Constitutional Convention and subsequent debate?

a. that a weak national government would undermine the survival of the United States b. that a strong national government would infringe on the rights of the states c. that a powerful judiciary would restrict freedom of religion d. that powerful state governments would infringe on individual liberties

The PATRIOT Act allowed what constitutionally questionable law enforcement technique  to combat terrorists?

A. National security letters to subpoena individuals to report for questioning B. Roving wiretaps to track communication on all types of electronic devices C. Torture of detainees suspected of having knowledge of criminal activity D. Seizure of mobile phones of individuals expressing displeasure with the government E. Jurisdictions to allow better oversight for monitoring suspects