Miracle at Philadelphia

Why is it significant that the Constitution ultimately requires no property qualifications for those who govern the country?

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The delegates' decision that the Constitution does not require property qualifications for those who govern the country. is significant because many states require their state office holders to own property. That action limits government service to the wealthy. In addition, many states require voters to hold property, limiting the right of many citizens to have a voice in the election of their representatives in government. The Constitution offers a different model.