First president of the United States
George Washington
Second president of the United States
John Adams
What are precedents?
AN example to be followed by others in the future
THree departments set up by the first Congress
Treasury, State and War
What issue did Hamilton face early on with the government?
Getting them to agree to pay
all federal and state debts
What issue occured between Hamilton and Jefferson?
They argued whether the Constitution should be interpreted strictly
or loosely
What happened during the Whiskey Rebellion?
Congress imposed a tax on all whiskey made and sold in the US
What message did the Whiskey Rebellion send to the people?
Don't mess with the government, and that armed rebellion is not
acceptable in the US
What party was Alexander Hamilton the leader of?
Federalists
Who led the Republican party
Thomas Jefferson
Different parties views on Constitution
Federalists: loose interpretation
Republicans: strict interpretation
Believed role of people
Federalists: wealthy and educated should lead
Republicans: believed people should have political power
Believed powers of government
Federalists: favored strong central government
Republicans: favored strong state government
Views on National Bank:
Federalists: in favor
republicans: opposed it