Early American Government
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6 terms
Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 Federalists | Supporters of the Constitution that were led by Alexander Hamilton and John Adams. They firmly believed the national government should be strong. |
| Anti-federalists | They opposed the ratification of the Constitution because it gave more power to the federal government and less to the states, and because it did not ensure individual rights. |
| Monroe Doctrine | US rule that told European states not to mess with the Western Hemisphere (North and South America). |
| Thomas Jefferson | Leader of the Democratic Republicans, author of the Declaration of Independence, 3rd President of the United States |
| Alexander Hamilton | Leader of the Federalists |
| Washington's Farewell | Two warnings: don't get involved with Europe, and don't form political parties |
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