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Great Minds Go At It.

Explore the great debates in U.S. history between Federalist Hamiltonians and Democratic-Republican Jeffersonians. Dive into issues like loose vs. strict construction and views on the French Revolution. Join the battle of ideologies with key insights and arguments.

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Great Minds Go At It.

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  1. Dirt bag Great Minds Go At It. Dim wit! Battle Royale

  2. Essential Question • What does the Federal government have a right to do? • Keep the essential question in mind as you read through the PowerPoint slides.

  3. Great Debates in U.S. History • You will be taking the side of a federalist Hamiltonian or a Democratic-Republican Jeffersonian. • You must debate another classmate on one of four issues. The issues are: • Loose or strict construction. Should the Constitution be interpreted loosely to grant implied powers to the federal government? • Manufacturing versus agriculture. Should urban commerce and manufacturing be promoted as much as agriculture? • Should the common people be trusted with government? • The French Revolution. Should the United States view the French Revolution with sympathy and approval?

  4. Alexander Hamilton (Secretary of Treasury) Thomas Jefferson (Secretary of State) Washington’s Cabinet Henry Knox Secretary of War

  5. Younger (mid 30s) Born poor orphan (illegitimate kid) in the West Indies. Worked his way up by sheer ability. Marries money Extremely intelligent (mind is a steel trap) Always looks good and charismatic Had to overcome image of being a bastard Out to prove that he’s worthy Older From wealthy, slave-owning family Superb education (mind is like a sponge) Well versed in all sorts of topics Never worried about appearance and poor public speaker Trained as a lawyer Much political experience Declaration of Independence Governor of Virginia Second Continental Congress Diplomat to France Hamilton v. Jefferson

  6. Hamiltonians Skeptical of republicanism Heart of country is wealthy elites (aristocrats). Average man doesn’t know enough to govern himself. Human nature is evil (Thomas Hobbes & John Calvin). Government must thus be strong to control man’s evil impulses. Jeffersonians Great faith in republicanism Heart of country is the small farmer. Public education Man has the ability to choose to be good or evil (John Locke). Thus, don’t need a powerful central government. State power is sufficient. Emphasized civil liberties. The Battle of Ideologies

  7. Hamiltonians Pro British in foreign policy. Need to trade with G.B. to strengthen economy Business, trade, industry is the future. Favors helping special interests and business leaders. Build railroads, canals, etc. Jeffersonians Pro French France was an ally and Britain was a punk. Future of nation is in agriculture. Favors helping farmers. Against building infrastructure Hamilton v. Jefferson

  8. Hamiltonians (Federalists) Loose interpretation of Constitution (implied or elastic powers) “read between the lines” Federal government has power if Constitution doesn’t specify. Jeffersonians (Democratic-Republicans) Strict interpretation of Constitution. If power is not expressly stated then power belongs to states. Federal government should be small and states should make decisions. Hamilton v. Jefferson

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