Political Parties and the U.S. Constitution

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An examination of how political parties emerged after the Constitution was drafted in the late Eighteenth Century. The author looks at the Federalist and Republican parties, investigating how having political parties has been beneficial. The well-known argument, the "Whiskey Rebellion" between these two parties in 1794 is discussed.

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"The Federalist Party was one of the first two parties to arise after the Constitution. The Federalist faction was founded primarily by the Secretary of the Treasury, Alexander Hamilton and by Vice President, John Adams. (Burke) The Federalists desired for the government to have a very active role, along with a National Treasury that would play a strong role in the national economy. The Federalists were also pro-Britain regarding foreign policy, which was a popular viewpoint with most citizens in the New England area. The Federalists also had strong support from the businessmen of America, like the manufacturers, and merchants."

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