Which idea had a major influence on the authors of the Articles of Confederation?
A strong central government threatens the rights of the people.
All of the people must be granted the right to vote.
Three branches of government are needed to protect liberty.
The central government must have the power to levy taxes.
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Considering Americans had just overthrown Britain's tyranny, they felt that a strong central government threatens the rights of the people, so they created a weak federal government and strong state governments with the Articles of Confederation.
