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Washington's Cabinet

Washington established his cabinet, including key figures like Alexander Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson.

Farewell Address Warning

Washington cautioned against political parties and foreign alliances, emphasizing unity and independence.

Hamilton vs. Jefferson

A conflict where Hamilton's Federalists advocated for a strong federal government, while Jefferson's Democratic-Republicans favored states' rights.

Judicial Review

Established by Marbury v. Madison, it allows the Supreme Court to declare laws unconstitutional.

McCulloch v. Maryland

Affirmed the supremacy of federal law over state law and expanded federal government authority.

Monroe Doctrine

A policy established by President Monroe aiming to protect Latin American democracies from European intervention.

Enlightenment Influence

The Enlightenment emphasized reason and natural law, influencing American political thought, particularly John Locke's ideas.

Natural Rights

Fundamental rights emphasized in the Declaration of Independence: life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.

Articles of Confederation Weakness

Created a weak central government with no power to tax, regulate trade, or enforce laws.

Constitutional Convention

The 1787 meeting aimed to address the shortcomings of the Articles of Confederation, resulting in the U.S. Constitution.

Bill of Rights

The first ten amendments to the Constitution that protect individual liberties.

Religious Freedom in Colonial America

Early settlers sought refuge in America to escape religious persecution in Europe, influencing the development of American identity.