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The Anti-Federalists: Competition Between Interest Groups

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The Anti-Federalists believed competition between interest groups would make governing impossible and could lead to anarchy. However, historical evidence shows the Anti-Federalists were clearly wrong. Although interesting groups may invade others’ rights, they are good because no one voice should rule and having them allows government to address various needs of the people, as long as laws are put in place to control them. Factions are good, because no one voice should have all the power and people should have freedom to express their opinions on government policy. The Anti-Federalists were afraid different view points would cause government to stop functioning properly and to lose power. We may not always agree with the opinions or methods of factions, but giving citizens that freedom allows for greater diversity and insight to our nation. People should have options instead of just blindly following the government without having any say. The opinions and ideas of the people as a whole are what guides America. Interest groups can express their thoughts, as long as they are under control and not dominant, governing is still possible. …show more content…

In the BYU library, there is now a self checkout option instead of going to the front desk, because students raised their voice, and BYUSA listened. This is a reflection of democracy, by listening to groups, government gather many opinions to inform legislation. They form laws based on the people. Interest groups are a way for government to get feedback from their policies, because it gives them a new perspective to look at their performance. This helps government to be more aware of the economic and social changes in the society. People are pleased when their voices are heard, because they feel government recognized their

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