Chapter 10 Flashcards

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Tariffs

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Taxes on imported goods

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9th Amendment

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People still retain rights that may not be specifically listed in the first 8 amendments

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Excise taxes

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Taxes on luxury items like whiskey

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Strict Constructionist (Jefferson)

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Interpret the constitution literally—if its not printed on the page you can’t do it

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“Necessary and proper”

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Elastic Clause-in article 1-section 8- clause 18

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Loose constructionist (Hamilton)

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Broad interpretation

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Democratic-Republican party

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Party formed by Madison and Jefferson in 1794 to oppose Hamilton and his federalist

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Neutrality Proclamation

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Issues by Washington, it claimed neutrality in the growing European conflict
-also told Americans to be impartial to both sides in the conflict

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Impressment

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When British would surround an American boat, forcibly board it and kidnap American sailors and forcing them to work for the British navy.

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Farewell Address

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Washington’s farewell speech, printed in newspaper. He said-“the US should avoid permanent alliances and should choos only temporary alliances”

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Alien Laws

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  • raised the residence requirements for citizenship from 5 to 14 years
  • allowed the president to deport or jail undesirable foreigners
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Sedition Act

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Anyone who impedes government policies or falsely accuses officials of wrongdoing face a heavy fine and imprisonment

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Virginia and Kentucky Resolutions

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  • written by Madison and Jefferson in response to alien and sedition acts
  • federal government had exceeded its constitutional power
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