Jeffersonian Democracy and Governance

Vocabulary flashcards covering Thomas Jefferson's political ideology, view of agrarian society, administrative policies, and the judicial transition following John Adams's presidency.

Republican Agrarianism

Thomas Jefferson's vision of society characterized as 'a collection of self-sustaining, patriotic, farmers.'

American Totality (Jefferson's View)

Jefferson's perspective that the American citizenry should fundamentally consist of independent, patriotic, producing farmers.

Peaceful Transition of Power (1800)

The Democratic-Republicans taking power from the Federalists without humiliating them, marked by Jefferson adopting a moderate tone to appeal to moderate Federalists.

Consequences of Land Expansion

The four outcomes stemming from the desire for more agricultural land: 1. Unstable communities and constant movement; 2. Land exhaustion and moving on; 3. Spread of plantations utilizing slave labor; 4. Ruthlessness toward Indian people.

Jeffersonian Small Government

A restrained administration designed to stay out of the people's way so independent farmers have the space to remain independent, contrasting with the strong, robust federal government championed by the Federalists.

Jefferson's Fiscal Policy

A policy program that cut all internal taxes, reduced the size of the army, navy, and government staff, and diminished the national debt.

William Marbury

A potential Federalist judge appointed in the final days of John Adams's presidency who filed a lawsuit after his commission letter was not delivered.