[agincourt1415]

There was also the matter of New York and Rhode Island refusing to ratify the constitution, until the anti-secession clause was removed.

In other words even the Northern States wanted to keep their "options open" if things did not work out.

[lentulusgracchus]

There was also the matter of New York and Rhode Island refusing to ratify the constitution, until the anti-secession clause was removed.

Never heard that one before -- you learn something every day! Thanks.