Question

read the passage. the regular distribution of power into distinct departments... the representation of the people in the legislature by deputies of their own election: these are... powerful means, by which the excellences of republican government may be retained. whose viewpoint does this excerpt reflect? the viewpoint of those who supported the constitution the viewpoint of those who supported a bill of rights the viewpoint of those who supported the anti - federalists the viewpoint of those who supported more power for states

Explanation:

The passage emphasizes separation of powers and representative - style legislature, which are features supported by those in favor of the Constitution. Anti - Federalists were against a strong central government, those who supported more power for states also opposed strong central institutions, and the passage doesn't focus on a bill of rights.

Answer:

the viewpoint of those who supported the Constitution