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Explore early American political parties, presidential elections, XYZ Affair, Alien and Sedition Acts, and foreign policies. Study core vocabulary and objectives for upcoming exams.
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Wednesday, January 21st, 2015 Announcements Absent Last Class? Check folder and see me! Update your knowledge of the news! Social Media Resource Keep Assignment Books Updated High School Information Coming Soon! Test Five is Monday. Concession Help on Thursday (5:30p.m.)??? Review Guide Objectives 12. Name the first two political parties in American history. Name the individual(s) who founded each party and tell their views of government. 13. Summarize the potential problem with the presidential election of 1796. 14. Describe the XYZ Affair. 15. Relate the Virginia and Kentucky Resolutions to the Alien and Sedition Acts. Review Guide Objectives 5. Tell why the situation between Great Britain and France put the U.S. in an awkward position. 6. State Thomas Jefferson’s view on U.S. foreign policy towards France. 7. State Washington’s view of foreign policy during the French Revolution. 8. Explain the significance/ importance of Pinckney’s Treaty. 9. Relate the Battle of Fallen Timbers to the Treaty of Greenville. 10. Argue why Washington led the army in the Whiskey Rebellion. 11. State Washington’s view on political parties. I need to see: Jesse Kirkman Devin Handy Caitlin Cline Today’s Agenda Retrieve Qwizdom Remotes Review Interactive PPT - Essential Question 3-2 -Presidency of John Adams (pp. 250-253) It is ENCOURAGED that you work on/complete the assigned vocabulary and review guide objective(s) in class as part of ENGAGING in the content. Assignment Book Review Guide Objective(s): 12 – 15 Core Vocabulary: Completed Study for U.S. State Exam (Friday, February 13th) Study for Test Five
Federalist Party The Election of 1796 Thomas Pinckney Democratic-Republican Party
Federalist Party The Agenda Thomas Pinckney Wanted a strong federal government Supported industry and trade Supported by businesspeople (banks, lawyers, and manufacturers) in the cities Thought the rich, educated citizens should rule Supported the National Bank Supported Britain
Democratic-Republican Party The Agenda Wanted a limited federal government, with strong state governments Supported by farmers and rural citizens Had deep faith in the common people Opposed the National Bank Felt obligated to help France
It is the year 1796. What political party would you “look” to? Support your view. Federalists Democratic -Republicans Essential Question 3-2The Election of 1796
The ResultsElectoral Vote The issue: Adams (Federalist) is president and Jefferson (Democratic-Republican) is vice-president.
To Improve the relationship with France. Adams’ Goal Situation French began seizing (taking) U.S. ships to prevent them from trading with the British. Steps Sent U.S. diplomats (Charles Pinckney, Elbridge Gerry, and John Marshall) to Paris to smooth over the conflict To negotiate a treaty to protect U.S. shipping
To Improve the relationship with France. Baron Jean-Conrad Hottinguer Pierre Bellamy Lucien Hauteval Adams’ Goal …did expand the Navy and Army… Results French minister Talleyrand would not speak to them for weeks. Three French agents (XYZ) said that Talleyrand would discuss a treaty only in exchange for a $250,000 personal bribe. French government wanted a loan of $10-$12 million. As a result, John Adams might respond by attempting to continue the peace-seeking mission. asking Congress to declare war on France. officially declaring a complete break from France.
Democratic-Republicans continue to sympathize with France. Adams’ Dilemma Adams is the “…blasted tyrant of America.” ~Democratic-Republican Newspaper Adams’ Response: blamed the Democratic-Republican newspapers and new immigrants. developed the Alien and Sedition Acts
Democratic-Republicans continue to sympathize with France. Adams’ Dilemma The Alien and Sedition Acts Increased the waiting period for becoming a U.S. citizen from 5 to 14 years. The president has the power to arrest disloyal aliens or order them out of the country during wartime. Outlawed sedition, saying or writing anything false or harmful about the government.
Adams’ Dilemma The Alien and Sedition Acts Increased the waiting period for becoming a U.S. citizen from 5 to 14 years. The president has the power to arrest disloyal aliens or order them out of the country during wartime. Outlawed sedition, saying or writing anything false or harmful about the government. In your own opinion, what are your thoughts on the Alien and Sedition Acts? Agree Neutral Disagree
Adams’ Dilemma Fighting the Alien and Sedition Acts States’ Rights Kentucky Resolutions – Jefferson proposed the idea that a state could nullify (cancel) the federal law within the state. Virginia Resolutions – Madison said a state could interpose, or place, itself between the federal government and its citizens. The Acts were allowed to expire between 1800-1802.
To Improve the relationship with France. Adams’ Goal Response: Adams decides to reopen peace talks with France. Risky Outcome: The U.S. and France eventually signed a treaty (Compromise of 1800).
In the presidential election of 1796, political parties played a role for the first time. Understanding Adams True False
The XYZ Affair almost led to war between France and the United States. Understanding Adams True False
The Democratic-Republican Party strongly supported the Alien and Sedition Acts. Understanding Adams True False