Vocabulary
Something done or said that becomes an example to others.
Precedent
Appointing a ______ of advisors who are experts in their field.
Cabinet
Washington's Secretary of State
Thomas Jefferson
Washington's first chance to exercise Federal power after farmer's are upset by taxes on Luxury goods
Whiskey Rebellion
Three French advisors try to force American Diplomats to pay a bribe
X, Y, Z Affair
A tax on imported goods
Tariff
George Washington's preferred title.
Mr. President
Branch of government that commands the military
Executive
Washington's main policy for foreign relationships
Neutrality
The government was allowed to arrest and deport non-citizens for suspicions of spying/taking action against the government.
The Alien Act
A policy that states a nation will not participate in a war between other nations
Neutrality
How many terms Washington served over 8 years.
Two
Political party that believed in a loose interpretation of the constitution.
Federalists
Which two European countries is Washington hesitant to interfere with?
England and France
Laws passed that prohibit citizens from speaking out against the government
The Sedition Acts
A political that supports a strong Federal government
Federalists
How the president manages his social life: ____ during the day and ____ at night.
Business and Public Events
What clause was used by federalists to justify the creation of the national bank?
Necessary and Proper Clause
What did Washington caution about political parties in his farewell address?
They will weaken and divide the country
Why was John Adams a one term president?
Unpopular policies
Mistrust after the A&S Acts
The political party in the south which supports states rights
Democratic Republicans
The address given by the president to discuss how the country is faring.
State of the Union Address
A judge declares a law unconstitutional
Judicial Review
1) Political Parties
2) National Debt
3) Neutrality
Democratic Republicans draft a statement that says the Alien and Sedition acts are invalid in their states.
Kentucky and Virginia Resolutions