Early Republic Flashcards
1
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Precedents-Examples set that others flow.
A
- 2 Term Limit.
- Creation of a cabinet.
- “Mr. President.”
2
Q
Whiskey Rebellion
A
-A tax protest against the Whiskey Tax.
3
Q
Farewell Address
A
Washington’s speech at the end of his presidency when he warned the nation against:
- Excessive political party spirit and geographical distinctions.
- Foreign affairs or long-term alliances with other nations.
4
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Federalists
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- Alexander Hamilton.
- Found support from the wealthy elite- bankers, factory owners, and industrialists.
- Support came from the North.
- Favored a strong, central government with the power to run the country smoothly.
- Favored a National Bank in order to control and stabilize the nation’s money.
- Envisioned a country of large, industrial cities.
5
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Democratic-Republicans
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- Thomas Jefferson.
- Found support from the common people, specifically farmers.
- Support came from the South.
- Favored strong, state governments that would uphold independence of each state.
- Against a National Bank as they were favored state controlled institutions.
- Envisioned a country a small, independent farmers.
6
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Whiskey Tax
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-First tax imposed on a domestic product by the newly formed federal government.