Strengths and weaknesses of the articles of confederation? strengths and weaknesses of the articles of confederation? i need all of the strengths and weaknesses you can think of! ? !

The strengths of the Articles of Federation are the following:

1.       The United States’ first constitution.

2.       Declaration of war and peace as well as alliances are handled by Congress.

3.       Congress handles Indian Affairs.

4.       The Army is under Congress.

5.       Coordination and cooperation among states in matters of dispute.

6.       Permits the establishment of new states with 600,000 population

7.       Coin money, postal services, admiralty, courts and departments are created.

Weaknesses:

1.       Can’t regulate business.

2.       Each state get only one vote.

3.       Taxation was not enforced.

4.       States won’t recognize laws.

5.       No army and navy.

6.       President had no solid power.

7.       Long delays in implementation of articles.