Brutus' fears

Definition

Brutus' fears refer to the concerns expressed by the Anti-Federalist writer Brutus in his essays, particularly in "Brutus I," about the potential dangers of a strong central government and its ability to infringe upon individual liberties.

Related terms

Federalism: Federalism is a system of government where power is divided between a central authority and regional or state governments.

Anti-Federalists: The Anti-Federalists were individuals who opposed the ratification of the U.S. Constitution because they believed it granted too much power to the federal government at the expense of states' rights.

Individual Liberties: Individual liberties are personal freedoms and rights protected by law, such as freedom of speech, religion, and assembly.