Why Did Virginia and New York Hold Out on Ratifying

question 44

Essay

Why did Virginia and New York hold out on ratifying the Constitution? What compromise prompted these states to finally ratify it?

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Definitions:

Ethics Resource Center

An organization or platform that offers resources, tools, and guidance to help individuals and organizations make ethical decisions and foster ethical cultures.

Guile

The use of clever but usually deceptive methods to achieve one's aims or to manipulate the situation to one's advantage.

Unfair Advantage

An unethical or unjust edge or benefit in a competitive situation that is often gained through exploitation of confidential information or other unethical practices.