Articles related to "Federalist"
JAMES MONROE: THE LAST REVOLUTIONARY PRESIDENT, PART II
James Monroe had an eventful presidency, and left his mark on history with the Monroe Doctrine. He was also the third president to die on the 4th of July.
president • governor • elector • democratic-republican • federalist
James Monroe had an eventful presidency, and left his mark on history with the Monroe Doctrine. He was also the third president to die on the 4th of July.
president • governor • elector • democratic-republican • federalist
THE ADAMS FAMILY
Some eccentricities in the careers and personalities of our only (so far!) father-son presidents.
adams • john adams • john quincy adams • president • minister
Some eccentricities in the careers and personalities of our only (so far!) father-son presidents.
adams • john adams • john quincy adams • president • minister
The First Parties, Part I
The first two parties differed on basic philosophy about mankind, politics and the nature of government. At least you know what each party stood for, even if you disagreed.
federalist • democratic-republican • party • tariff • democracy
The first two parties differed on basic philosophy about mankind, politics and the nature of government. At least you know what each party stood for, even if you disagreed.
federalist • democratic-republican • party • tariff • democracy
The Most Dangerous Branch of Government
John Marshall's Legacy and The Folly of Alexander Hamilton's Assessment of Judicial Power
hamilton • marshall • constitution • washington • federalist
John Marshall's Legacy and The Folly of Alexander Hamilton's Assessment of Judicial Power
hamilton • marshall • constitution • washington • federalist
Political Party Control Analysis: US Government
The fiscal performance of the US government during the early 1800's can be characterized by the dominating sector of the elected government officials.
political party • deficit • control • spending • early 1800's
The fiscal performance of the US government during the early 1800's can be characterized by the dominating sector of the elected government officials.
political party • deficit • control • spending • early 1800's
US Government Political Party Control Analysis
The fiscal performance of the US government during the late 1700s can be characterized by the dominating sector of the elected government officials.
political party • deficit • control • spending • late 1700s
The fiscal performance of the US government during the late 1700s can be characterized by the dominating sector of the elected government officials.
political party • deficit • control • spending • late 1700s
John Adams: Administration and Events (Part II)
John Adams was caught between the Federalists and Democratic-Republicans. They wanted a war and he didn't. Adams worked to continue Washington's policy of neutrality, which became increasingly difficult. He even went so far as to prepare for war but managed to maintain the peace. See how in this article.
john adams • federalists and democratic-republicans • alien and sedition acts • immigration act • alien act
John Adams was caught between the Federalists and Democratic-Republicans. They wanted a war and he didn't. Adams worked to continue Washington's policy of neutrality, which became increasingly difficult. He even went so far as to prepare for war but managed to maintain the peace. See how in this article.
john adams • federalists and democratic-republicans • alien and sedition acts • immigration act • alien act
Election 1800
A contested election between rival parties that nearly ignited a war and proved whether the electoral process could allow for the peaceful transfer of power.
the united states election of 1800 • thomas jefferson presidential race • third president of the united states • house of representatives choose president • james bayard
A contested election between rival parties that nearly ignited a war and proved whether the electoral process could allow for the peaceful transfer of power.
the united states election of 1800 • thomas jefferson presidential race • third president of the united states • house of representatives choose president • james bayard
Factions and the Founders
One of the prevalent challenges in American government has been the problem of factions. This article explains the importance of factions in shaping the Constitution.
american politics • political parties • interest groups • public good • constitutional
One of the prevalent challenges in American government has been the problem of factions. This article explains the importance of factions in shaping the Constitution.
american politics • political parties • interest groups • public good • constitutional
Alien and Sedition Acts of 1798
As America entered into its undeclared war with France, decisions made by the Federalist leadership in Washington assured the eventual destruction of their own party.
alien and sedition acts • quasi war with france • president john adams • charles maurice de talleyrand-perigord • french revolution
As America entered into its undeclared war with France, decisions made by the Federalist leadership in Washington assured the eventual destruction of their own party.
alien and sedition acts • quasi war with france • president john adams • charles maurice de talleyrand-perigord • french revolution
First Parties, Part II
Their basic differences in their view of mankind and the role of government led the Federalists and the Democratic-Republicans to take very different stands on the issues facing them.
federalist • democratic-republican • bank of the united states • states rights • judicial review
Their basic differences in their view of mankind and the role of government led the Federalists and the Democratic-Republicans to take very different stands on the issues facing them.
federalist • democratic-republican • bank of the united states • states rights • judicial review
A Dirty Verb
Growing numbers of individuals from Third World countries escape restricted, depleted and abusive environments to make a new life in the United States, perceiving it to be a kind of frontier. Americans resent the intrusion, and feel displaced, because they lack a similar opportunity.
frontiers • american frontier • frontier theory • exploration • colonization
Growing numbers of individuals from Third World countries escape restricted, depleted and abusive environments to make a new life in the United States, perceiving it to be a kind of frontier. Americans resent the intrusion, and feel displaced, because they lack a similar opportunity.
frontiers • american frontier • frontier theory • exploration • colonization
First Parties, Part III
The basic differences between the two original parties could not be resolved through the normal political process. These incompatible views of government were evantually resolved by the Civil War. See what led to this inevitable conflict.
federalist • democratic-republican • states' rights • nullification • kentucky resolution
The basic differences between the two original parties could not be resolved through the normal political process. These incompatible views of government were evantually resolved by the Civil War. See what led to this inevitable conflict.
federalist • democratic-republican • states' rights • nullification • kentucky resolution
Home to Montpelier
James Madison retires to Virginia but returns to politics when John Adams and his Federalists threaten the freedoms that were guaranteed in the Bill of Rights.
james madison • john adams • federalists • virginia • freedoms guaranteed in the bill of rights
James Madison retires to Virginia but returns to politics when John Adams and his Federalists threaten the freedoms that were guaranteed in the Bill of Rights.
james madison • john adams • federalists • virginia • freedoms guaranteed in the bill of rights
JAMES MONROE: THE LAST REVOLUTIONARY PRESIDENT, PART I
James Monroe was the last of the Virginia Dynasty elected to the White House. He was also the last Revolutionary War veteran to be elected President. This article traces his career from war hero to diplomat.
monroe • jefferson • washington • marshall • madison
James Monroe was the last of the Virginia Dynasty elected to the White House. He was also the last Revolutionary War veteran to be elected President. This article traces his career from war hero to diplomat.
monroe • jefferson • washington • marshall • madison
The Washington Administration: Foreign Affairs (Part II)
George Washington was caught in between England and France in his stuggle to maintain American neutrality. In two controversial treaties, he avoided war and gained important rights for the new nation. He established the precedent of neutrality in foreign affairs, which was followed until the U.S. was attacked at Pearl Harbor.
washington • jay • pinckney • treaty • san lorenzo
George Washington was caught in between England and France in his stuggle to maintain American neutrality. In two controversial treaties, he avoided war and gained important rights for the new nation. He established the precedent of neutrality in foreign affairs, which was followed until the U.S. was attacked at Pearl Harbor.
washington • jay • pinckney • treaty • san lorenzo
In the Shadow of Our Founders -- Part Three
The Final Installment of Our Look at Jefferson Davis, Abraham Lincoln and the Constitutional Debate Over Secession
secession • jefferson • davis • thomas • founders
The Final Installment of Our Look at Jefferson Davis, Abraham Lincoln and the Constitutional Debate Over Secession
secession • jefferson • davis • thomas • founders
In the Shadow of Our Founders: Part Three
Third in a series of guest articles on the constitutionality of secession by Brian Tubbs.
american civil war • civil war • civil war and constitution • jefferson davis • abraham lincoln
Third in a series of guest articles on the constitutionality of secession by Brian Tubbs.
american civil war • civil war • civil war and constitution • jefferson davis • abraham lincoln
John Quincy Adams' Early Years
John Quincy Adams, elected President in 1824 as a Democratic-Republican, was a member, during his long political career, of no less than five political parties.
john quincy adams • united states presidents • federalist • democratic republican • francis dana
John Quincy Adams, elected President in 1824 as a Democratic-Republican, was a member, during his long political career, of no less than five political parties.
john quincy adams • united states presidents • federalist • democratic republican • francis dana
Madison and Hamilton
James Madison and Alexander Hamilton stressed that an additional convention of states must be called to revise the Articles of Confederation.
james madison • 1786 annapolis convention • alexander hamilton • virginia plan • articles of confederation
James Madison and Alexander Hamilton stressed that an additional convention of states must be called to revise the Articles of Confederation.
james madison • 1786 annapolis convention • alexander hamilton • virginia plan • articles of confederation
The Politics of George Washington
George Washington, the military commander and war hero, was a unanimous choice to be the first President of the United States, but where were his political allegiances?
politicsof george washington • history of the united states • presidents of the united states • federalist party • democratic republican party
George Washington, the military commander and war hero, was a unanimous choice to be the first President of the United States, but where were his political allegiances?
politicsof george washington • history of the united states • presidents of the united states • federalist party • democratic republican party
The Politics of James Madison
James Madison a member of the Democratic-Republican party, though his war-time presidency demonstrated a certain degree of bipartisanship.
james madison • democratic republican • the federalist papers • constitutional convention • embargo act of 1807
James Madison a member of the Democratic-Republican party, though his war-time presidency demonstrated a certain degree of bipartisanship.
james madison • democratic republican • the federalist papers • constitutional convention • embargo act of 1807
The Washington Administration: It's the Economy, Stupid! (Part I)
George Washington had a most eventful administration. In this series, we will examine and explore the main events of his presidency. In this first article, we examine the establishment of a strong centralized economy.
washington • hamilton • jefferson • knox • randolph
George Washington had a most eventful administration. In this series, we will examine and explore the main events of his presidency. In this first article, we examine the establishment of a strong centralized economy.
washington • hamilton • jefferson • knox • randolph
What is the Role of Congress?
The Constitution and the Federalist Papers define the expressed and inherent powers of the Congress. A review of these documents reveals what Congress should be doing.
what does congress do • congressional roles responsibilities duties • constitution • federalist papers • expressed power
The Constitution and the Federalist Papers define the expressed and inherent powers of the Congress. A review of these documents reveals what Congress should be doing.
what does congress do • congressional roles responsibilities duties • constitution • federalist papers • expressed power
History of the Electoral College
The Founding Fathers had three fundamental problems with selecting the President of the United States. Their solution created the Electoral College amid huge concerns.
electoral college • constitution of the united states • national campaign • electoral vote and founding fathers • hamilton versus jefferson
The Founding Fathers had three fundamental problems with selecting the President of the United States. Their solution created the Electoral College amid huge concerns.
electoral college • constitution of the united states • national campaign • electoral vote and founding fathers • hamilton versus jefferson
The Presidency of John Adams
While John Adams is today remembered as having been a great President, his status was once mired by his association with the controversial policies of other Federalists.
president john adams • federalism • democratic repubicans • jeffrsonian republicans • thomas jefferson
While John Adams is today remembered as having been a great President, his status was once mired by his association with the controversial policies of other Federalists.
president john adams • federalism • democratic repubicans • jeffrsonian republicans • thomas jefferson
Judicial Review & the Marbury Case
Marbury v Madison allowed the Marshall Court to give a broad definition of Judicial Review and perfect the Founding Father's vision of Constitutional checks and balances.
marbury versus madison • jefferson and john marshall • judiciary act of 1789 • judicial review • samuel chase impeachment
Marbury v Madison allowed the Marshall Court to give a broad definition of Judicial Review and perfect the Founding Father's vision of Constitutional checks and balances.
marbury versus madison • jefferson and john marshall • judiciary act of 1789 • judicial review • samuel chase impeachment
The Politics of James Monroe
Apart from George Washington, James Monroe is the closest America has ever come to having a unanimously elected president, leading the country during peaceful times.
james monroe • fifth president of the united states • era of good feelings president • monroe doctrine • panic of 1819
Apart from George Washington, James Monroe is the closest America has ever come to having a unanimously elected president, leading the country during peaceful times.
james monroe • fifth president of the united states • era of good feelings president • monroe doctrine • panic of 1819
US Presidential Election of 1800
The presidential election of 1800 was the first truly disputed election in our nation's history, and became a defining event in shaping the United States Constitution.
election of 1800 • us election history • john adams vs. thomas jefferson • aaron burr • electoral college system
The presidential election of 1800 was the first truly disputed election in our nation's history, and became a defining event in shaping the United States Constitution.
election of 1800 • us election history • john adams vs. thomas jefferson • aaron burr • electoral college system
Keep Hamilton on the Ten
Supporters of Ronald Reagan Ready to Consign Alexander Hamilton to the "Ash Heap of History"
hamilton • reagan • founder • capitalism • communism
Supporters of Ronald Reagan Ready to Consign Alexander Hamilton to the "Ash Heap of History"
hamilton • reagan • founder • capitalism • communism
America's Banking System
Alexander Hamilton's Federalists and Thomas Jefferson's Republicans fought bitterly over the morality and legality of a national banking system. Now it's being reexamined
america banking system • physician david hosack • banks would own americans someday • alexander hamilton federalists • thomas jefferson republicans
Alexander Hamilton's Federalists and Thomas Jefferson's Republicans fought bitterly over the morality and legality of a national banking system. Now it's being reexamined
america banking system • physician david hosack • banks would own americans someday • alexander hamilton federalists • thomas jefferson republicans
PRESIDENTIAL PARTY HOPPERS
A surprising number of our Presidents have been members of more than one major political party during their careers. This has had a profound effect on elections and on our history. This articles follows these changes.
democratic • democrat • states rights • dixiecrat • republican
A surprising number of our Presidents have been members of more than one major political party during their careers. This has had a profound effect on elections and on our history. This articles follows these changes.
democratic • democrat • states rights • dixiecrat • republican
Tense Presidential Interregnums
The period between the election of a new president and Inauguration Day has sometimes been filled with agitation.
presidential • interregnum • inauguration • election • rachel jackson
The period between the election of a new president and Inauguration Day has sometimes been filled with agitation.
presidential • interregnum • inauguration • election • rachel jackson
The Alien and Sedition Acts
Unconstitutional acts passed by Congress to control dissent and foreign influence
the alien and sedition acts federalists • conviction under the alien and sedition acts • repeal of the alien and sedition acts • reasons for the alien and sedition acts • sedition act punishment
Unconstitutional acts passed by Congress to control dissent and foreign influence
the alien and sedition acts federalists • conviction under the alien and sedition acts • repeal of the alien and sedition acts • reasons for the alien and sedition acts • sedition act punishment
Twenty-Five Greatest Champions of America: Part Five
The fifth installment in our series looking at the most effective and principled advocates for America's founding principles.
franklin • hope • adams • bryan • marshall
The fifth installment in our series looking at the most effective and principled advocates for America's founding principles.
franklin • hope • adams • bryan • marshall
The XYZ Affair
During the years immediately leading up to the 19th century, America suddenly found standing at the doorstep of war with a leading European power.
xyz affair • quasi war with france • president john adams • french revolution • federalist party
During the years immediately leading up to the 19th century, America suddenly found standing at the doorstep of war with a leading European power.
xyz affair • quasi war with france • president john adams • french revolution • federalist party
Getting a Handle on Content Management
There are almost as many types of Web sites as there are web masters. Web site globalization only complicates the task of content management further. The dynamism of the medium makes effective globalization a constant challenge.
localization • globalization • internationalization • translation • content management
There are almost as many types of Web sites as there are web masters. Web site globalization only complicates the task of content management further. The dynamism of the medium makes effective globalization a constant challenge.
localization • globalization • internationalization • translation • content management
The Early Politics of John Adams
John Adams, member of the Federalist party, was a true American patriot, though once in office the politics of his party kept him from a second term.
john adams • early political parties • federlist party • democratic republican party • thomas jefferon
John Adams, member of the Federalist party, was a true American patriot, though once in office the politics of his party kept him from a second term.
john adams • early political parties • federlist party • democratic republican party • thomas jefferon
Iraqi Constitution Approved
Iraqi constitution poses threat to others in the Middle East and hope to Iraqis.
iraq • iran • constitution • threat • terrorism
Iraqi constitution poses threat to others in the Middle East and hope to Iraqis.
iraq • iran • constitution • threat • terrorism
The Rise of James Buchanan
The quick growth and early success of James Buchanan played an infamous role in the growth of the United States during the first half of the nineteenth century.
president james buchanan • american civil war • america's worst president • dickenson college • democratic party
The quick growth and early success of James Buchanan played an infamous role in the growth of the United States during the first half of the nineteenth century.
president james buchanan • american civil war • america's worst president • dickenson college • democratic party
The CT Constitutional Convention
About a month before the election, the issue of Question 1 has been hotly debated. Why is this so and what is at stake?
vote yes ct constitutional convention • vote no ct constitutional convention • issues of ct constitutional convention • ballot question 1 ct • process of ct constitutional convention
About a month before the election, the issue of Question 1 has been hotly debated. Why is this so and what is at stake?
vote yes ct constitutional convention • vote no ct constitutional convention • issues of ct constitutional convention • ballot question 1 ct • process of ct constitutional convention
The Politics of Thomas Jefferson
America's third president was a follower of the European philosophy of enlightenment, and a staunch believer in states rights.
politics of thomas jefferson • american presidential history • jeffersonian republicans • democratic republicans • federalism
America's third president was a follower of the European philosophy of enlightenment, and a staunch believer in states rights.
politics of thomas jefferson • american presidential history • jeffersonian republicans • democratic republicans • federalism
Understanding the Bill of Rights
The US Constitution wouldn't be the law of the land without the Bill of Rights, and no civic education would be complete with a thorough grasp of the first ten amendments
understanding the bill of rights • first ten amendments to constitution • us constitution • kids' guide to the bill of rights • civic education
The US Constitution wouldn't be the law of the land without the Bill of Rights, and no civic education would be complete with a thorough grasp of the first ten amendments
understanding the bill of rights • first ten amendments to constitution • us constitution • kids' guide to the bill of rights • civic education
John Adams: Administration and Events (Part I)
John Adams inherited George Washington's problems with European conflicts and American neutrality. John Adams also tried to steer a neutral course, and only his determination prevented the United States from being forced to join the war between England and France. With most of the United States political leaders taking sides, Adams was almost alone in his desire for peace.
adams • washington • england • france • undeclared naval war
John Adams inherited George Washington's problems with European conflicts and American neutrality. John Adams also tried to steer a neutral course, and only his determination prevented the United States from being forced to join the war between England and France. With most of the United States political leaders taking sides, Adams was almost alone in his desire for peace.
adams • washington • england • france • undeclared naval war
Term Limits for Parties?
American Presidents, with one exception, have been limited to two terms in office, first by tradition, then by Constitutional Amendment. How about their parties?
two-term tradition • george washington precedent • election limits for parties • 22nd amendment • roosevelt breaks tradition
American Presidents, with one exception, have been limited to two terms in office, first by tradition, then by Constitutional Amendment. How about their parties?
two-term tradition • george washington precedent • election limits for parties • 22nd amendment • roosevelt breaks tradition
The American Know-Nothings
In the middle of the 19th century, a new party began to rise up through the ranks of American Politics. The Know-Nothings were anti Catholic and anti Immigration.
know nothings • what are know nothings • history of the known nothing party • american party • history of the american party
In the middle of the 19th century, a new party began to rise up through the ranks of American Politics. The Know-Nothings were anti Catholic and anti Immigration.
know nothings • what are know nothings • history of the known nothing party • american party • history of the american party
U.S. Presidents Fact Sheet
Who was the 39th president of the U.S.? What party did John Quincy Adams represent? Find out many answers you need to know about the Presidents of the U.S.
u.s. presidents • united states presidents • facts about presidents • news for kids • presidents wives
Who was the 39th president of the U.S.? What party did John Quincy Adams represent? Find out many answers you need to know about the Presidents of the U.S.
u.s. presidents • united states presidents • facts about presidents • news for kids • presidents wives
Violating the Constitution
The development of the impeachment process at the federal level in the United States, highlighting famous cases that have demonstrated and tested its use.
impeachment • article ii section 4 • removal of officeholders • abuse of power • checks and balances
The development of the impeachment process at the federal level in the United States, highlighting famous cases that have demonstrated and tested its use.
impeachment • article ii section 4 • removal of officeholders • abuse of power • checks and balances
FAITHLESS ELECTORS
Electors do not have to vote for the candidate to whom they are pledged. They have the right, and even the duty, to vote for anyone they wish. A number of Electors have changed their vote over the years. What effect might such a change have on our electoral system? Read and find out.
elector • electoral college • popular vote • president
Electors do not have to vote for the candidate to whom they are pledged. They have the right, and even the duty, to vote for anyone they wish. A number of Electors have changed their vote over the years. What effect might such a change have on our electoral system? Read and find out.
elector • electoral college • popular vote • president
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