Based on the arguments presented in Readings 6.1 and 6.2, which social class wrote the Constitution, and which class was excluded and not allowed to participate in this process? In your comment, make sure you clearly specify the difference between the two classes by giving examples from the readings.

1. Based on the arguments presented in readings 6.1 and 6.2 a wealthy class labeled “gentlemen” wrote the constitution and excluded the working class. By their definition, you had to have ownership over a specified amount of property as well as, depending on the state, have a worth of more than $1,000. An example of these wealthy “gentlemen” were those who held seats in legislation, such as governors and senators. The majority of individuals who were excluded are all those who lacked sufficient property. As an example, this mostly consisted of people of color, indentured servants and even white males.
   
   Would say that the social class structure of early United States society, was the same as ours today, or different? Explain
   
2. The social class structure of early United States society compared to our current definitely differs. The gap between the wealthy, middle, and the working class has expanded even further, making it more difficult for them to obtain a standard of living. An example of this would be how the middle class used to have proper access to healthcare, housing, and essential services now struggling to obtain stability in these factors just as the working-class.
   
   Why were the people who wrote the Constitution so afraid of democracy? Hint: think about how to answer this question by discussing it in terms of social classes.
   
3. The people who wrote the constitution were afraid of democracy due to what they called the insurgent spirit. They felt the over-abundance of working-class individuals would band together and create anarchy. The working class held the majority as the wealthy capitalist class continued to reap the benefits of their work and slowly became more of the minority. As such, they wanted to focus on strengthening the national government instead of the people to keep away the idea of despotism, which is when a single individual rules with absolute power from them.