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)
Vision of the role of government
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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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Interpretation of the Constitution
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Whiskey Tax and Whiskey Rebellion
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French Revolution
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Jay's Treaty
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Alien Acts
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Sedition Act
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Naturalization Act
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Judiciary Act of 1801
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The Marshall Court
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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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