McCain who coincides with Federalist ideals, believes that the question of whether to drill offshore is the states' decision to make. In class we learned that there exists an ongoing dispute between the Anti-Federalists and Federalists. Anti-Federalists support the concept of a weak central government, in which the states or local organizations possess the power. Federalists, on the other hand, believe social groups are permittable, although it's for the best that a strong central government be in control. The Anti-Federalists were winning the conflict to begin with, and during that time America was experiencing problems. Meanwhile, the Federalists began publishing papers that support the idea of a Constitution, although unpopular at first. I like the way McCain had approached the concern, however I don't support the idea of offshore drilling.