Washington's Administration
What is a precedent that Washington established?
Two Term Limit
Having a Cabinet
Addressed as Mr. President
Neutrality in Foreign Affairs
Who is the main leader of the Federalists?
Alexander Hamilton
Who is the main leader of the Democratic-Republicans?
Thomas Jefferson
What policy establish in 1793 proclaims the US's uninvolvement in foreign affairs?
The Neutrality Proclamation
Why did Washington warn against political parties?
To not have division within the government and create conflict. Reduce the chances of internal conflict.
What country did the Federalists favor, in contrast to the Democratic Republicans?
England
How did Democratic-Republicans interpret the constitution compared to the Federalists?
They had a strict interpretation.
What are the benefits of remaining neutral for the US?
Keeps out of war/conflict
No further debt is gained
US can focus on itself as a young nation, rather than using its resources elsewhere
What was Washington's response to the Whisky Rebellion?
He gathered several militias and led them to quell the rebellion. Due to the new Constitution he was able to do this, unlike under the Articles of Confederation.
What clause did the Federalists cite to argue for a national bank against the Democratic-Republicans?
Neccesary and Proper Clause
What is the demographic of Democratic-Republicans? (Where and who?)
The South & West
Farmers & Frontiersmen
What are the effects of Pinckney's Treaty?
1) Free Navigation of Mississippi
2) Rights to the port of New Orleans
Who are Washington's Cabinet Members and their roles?
(Hint there is the Secretary of State, Treasury, War, and an Attorney General)
State: Thomas Jefferson
Treasury: Alexander Hamilton
War: Henry Knox
Attorney General: Edmond Randolph
What was the Federalist's view on a National Bank?
It would stimulate the economy
Provide one national currency
It would build credit for the US
Overall a positive for the US, and important for its future.
What was the Democratic-Republicans view on the National Bank?
They viewed it as unconstitutional
It gave too much power to the government
Favored the wealthy over the farmers and agricultural society
What are the effects of Jay's Treaty?
1) Britain leaves US soil
2) US pays back debt to British merchants
3) US is not allowed to trade with "belligerent nations" (France)