State Conventions

Definition

State conventions refer to gatherings of delegates from each state who come together to discuss and potentially ratify important documents or amendments, such as the U.S. Constitution. These conventions provide a forum for states to debate and make decisions collectively.

Related terms

Ratification: The act of formally approving or accepting something, such as a constitution or amendment.

Federalists: A political group during the founding era who supported the ratification of the U.S. Constitution and advocated for a strong central government.

Anti-Federalists: A political group during the founding era who opposed the ratification of the U.S. Constitution out of concerns over potential threats to individual liberties and state sovereignty.