Chapter 9 The Federalist Era

precedent

something done or said that becomes an example for others to follow

Partisan

a person firmly favoring one party or faction

Impressent

seizing people against their will and forcing them to serve in the military or other public service

Cacus

a meeting of members of a political party to choose candidates for upcoming elections

Nullify

to legally overturn something

Bond

a certificate that promises to repay borrowed money plus interest

Alien

a person living in a country who is not a citizen of that country

States Rights

the idea that states should have all the powers the Constitution does not give to the federal government or forbid to the states

Sedition

activities aimed at weakening the established government by inciting resistance or rebellion to authority

Cabinet

A group of advisers to the president.