Brutus' fear refers to the concern expressed by the Anti-Federalist writer who used the pseudonym 'Brutus' in a series of essays during the ratification debates of the U.S. Constitution. He argued that a large republic would not be able to effectively address the local concerns and interests of its citizens.
Related terms
Anti-Federalists: The Anti-Federalists were opponents of the proposed U.S. Constitution during its ratification process. They believed in stronger state governments and expressed concerns about centralized power.
Ratification Debates: The ratification debates were discussions held across various states regarding whether or not to approve the proposed U.S. Constitution.
Federalism: Federalism is a system of government where power is divided between a central authority (federal government) and regional governments (states). It was one of the key issues debated during the ratification debates.