How did the members of the constitutional convention view the relationship between the states and the federal government?

Many delegates believed that the federal government should be able to overrule state laws, but others feared that a strong federal government would oppress their citizens. The delegates compromised by allotting specific responsibilities to the federal government while delegating all other functions to the states.                                

Explanation:

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the constitution gives congress the power to regulate commerce "among" the several states.