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Federalists

Supporters of the ratification of the Constitution.

Anti-Federalists

Opponents of the ratification of the Constitution.

Alexander Hamilton's vision

A strong, centralized federal government with a diversified economy based on manufacturing, commerce, and finance.

Thomas Jefferson’s vision

A decentralized agrarian republic with limited government favoring states' rights and individual liberties.

Hamilton's view on democracy

Believed that a strong central government and stable financial system would prevent chaos, promoting a stable republic.

Jefferson's view on democracy

Believed in empowering citizens through land ownership and education, supporting limited government interference.

Image of the yeoman farmer

The portrayal of the independent farmer as a key figure of American virtue, despite industrialization.

French Revolution's influence

It significantly shaped the development of the Federalist and Republican parties.

Federalist view of the French Revolution

Initially supported it but later opposed it due to the violence of the Reign of Terror, which threatened social order.

Republican view of the French Revolution

Supported it as a continuation of the American Revolution's ideals of liberty and equality.

Federalists' term for Republicans

Often referred to them as Jacobins or anarchists.

Republicans' term for Federalists

Called them monarchists or aristocrats.

Women's roles during the French Revolution

Women participated in protests and political clubs but were ultimately excluded from full political rights.

Events reinforcing Federalist fears

The Reign of Terror, the execution of Louis XVI, and instability in France.

Events resonating with Republicans

Initial ideals of liberty, equality, and the fight against monarchy.

Why Washington D.C. is the capital

Moved there as part of the Compromise of 1790 to support Hamilton's financial plan.

Whiskey Tax

An excise tax on distilled spirits to generate revenue, opposed by farmers leading to the Whiskey Rebellion.

Impact of the Whiskey Tax

It was unpopular among western farmers and one of the first taxes imposed by the federal government.

Washington’s view on the Whiskey Rebellion

Saw it as a challenge to federal authority and acted to suppress it.

US neutrality violations

Both Britain and France violated U.S. neutrality by seizing American ships.

Democratic-Republican societies

Formed in the 1790s to spread Republican ideas and represent democratic impulses.

Sedition and Alien Acts impact

Restricted freedom of speech and press, making it harder for immigrants to become citizens.

Essential rights for democracy

Freedom of speech, press, assembly, and the right to dissent.

Significance of the election of 1800

First peaceful transfer of power between opposing parties, showcasing the importance of the electoral process.