Hamilton VS Jefferson Flashcards
1
Q
How did Hamiltion view on all humans?
A
Ignorant, selfish, and untrustworthy
2
Q
How did Jefferson view on all humans?
A
He believed that if you give the right info to the right person, people are capable are capable of making smart decisions.
3
Q
Was Hamiltion a federalist or a republic?
A
He is a fedarlist (someone who supports a strong federal government)
4
Q
Was Jefferson a federalist or a republic?
A
He is a Republic (limited powers to the government, more power to states and people)
5
Q
What was Hamiltion’s ideal Economy?
A
- Industrial economy
- Wanted small elite, wealthy, educated citizens to lead businesses
- Wanted a government sponsored national bank
6
Q
What was Jefferson’s ideal Economy?
A
- “Common man” should be at the center of economy
Envisioned a country of small, independent farmers (small businesses) - Visualizes a country of small, independent farmers (small businesses)
7
Q
What was Hamiltion’s view on the consituton?
A
“Broad or Loose inteperation of Consituton”
8
Q
What was Jefferson’s view on the Consitution?
A
“Strict” interpretation of the Constitution
