several weaknesses of the articles of confederation With the passage of time, weaknesses in the articles of confederation became apparent congress commanded little respect and no support from state governments anxious to maintain their power congress could not raise funds, regulate trade, or conduct foreign policy without the voluntary agreement of.
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