Why did the framers set up the Articles in this way?

The framers established the Articles of Confederation to create a decentralized government that preserved the sovereignty of individual states while promoting cooperation among them. They aimed to avoid the tyranny they experienced under British rule, thus prioritizing state power over a strong central authority. However, this structure ultimately led to significant weaknesses, such as the inability to levy taxes or regulate commerce, prompting the eventual development of the U.S. Constitution.