A FIRM Union will be . . . a barrier against domestic faction and insurrection.
- Alexander Hamilton, Federalist No. 9

How would an Anti-Federalist most likely have responded to Hamilton's assertion?

A. “ States should have the power to declare war on foreign nations.”

B. “ A central standing army is necessary for national security.”

C. “ States should rely on the central government during a military crisis.”

D. “ Preservation of state authority is necessary to prevent tyranny.”