The Federalists vs. the Republicans
Make notes below to show the very different
views of Federalists and Republicans during the first years of the new
government.
Federalist Position
Republican Position
(Hamilton) (Jefferson and Madison)
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National
or State Governments
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Payment
of Debts
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Tariff
on Imported Goods
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Manufacturing
or Farming
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National
Bank
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Whiskey
Tax and Whiskey Rebellion
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Interpretation
of the Constitution
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French
Revolution
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Jay's
Treaty
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Supporters:
by geography and by profession
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Naturalization
Act
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Alien
Acts
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Sedition Act
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Judiciary
Act of 1801
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Louisiana
Purchase
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Embargo
Act of 1807
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War
of 1812
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Role
of the National Government in the Economy
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The
Marshall Court
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