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The Development of Political Parties. 1780’s to 1801. Political Parties Emerge. Causes. Effects. Federalists and Democratic-Republicans propose different solutions The two parties nominate candidates Political parties become a way of American life. 1.Different philosophies of Govt
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The Development of Political Parties 1780’s to 1801
Political Parties Emerge Causes Effects Federalists and Democratic-Republicans propose different solutions The two parties nominate candidates Political parties become a way of American life • 1.Different philosophies of Govt • 2.Conflicting interpretations of the Constitution • 3.Different economic and regional interests • 4. Disagreement over foreign affairs
Leadership Federalists Democratic-Republicans Thomas Jefferson Alexander Hamilton
Government Federalists Democratic-Republicans The people should have political power The wealthy and well-educated should rule the nation.
Political Power Federalists Democratic-Republicans Strong State Governments +++++++++++ Stressed civil liberties and trust in the people Strong Central Government ++++++++++ Emphasis on order and stability
Geographically Federalist Democratic-Republicans South and West Northeast
Economy Federalists Democratic-Republicans Emphasis on agriculture Emphasis on manufacturing, shipping, and trade
Bank IssueInterpretation of the Constitution Federalists Democratic- Republicans No/ Strict Yes/Loose
Alliances Federalists Democratic-Republicans Pro – French The Convention of 1800 Pro- British The Jay Treaty
Tariff Federalists Democratic-Republicans Opposed a Tariff Favored a Protective Tariff
Debt and Bond Redemption Federalists Democratic-Republicans Would only benefit speculators A national debt would tie the wealthy to the government. and Would demonstrate the govt.’s ability to pay its debts. Encourage confidence in future investments.
Legislation Federalists Democratic-Republicans Kentucky-Virginia Resolution, 1798 Ky = Jefferson Va= Madison Alien and Sedition acts voided. Power came from the people And therefore states can decide if a federal law is Constitutional or not. Alien and Sedition Acts, 1798 Aliens = The French 14 years instead of 5 years to become U.S. Citizens. Sedition = Critics of the Fed’s No False, scandalous, and malicious writing
X-Y-Z Affair http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=afB5NJmER5M
Alien and Sedition Acts • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I9kCvBZGzXc&feature=related