Topic: Assessing the Domestic Policies of Jefferson’s Presidency Do Now: “In the Federalist Era, Washington and his followers betrayed the ideas of the Revolution. Only Thomas Jefferson maintained the hopes of the Revolutionary Era and the American people.” Defend or Refute this statement.

The Election of 1800 Bitter election divisions South vs. New England Brief controversy in results  12th Amendment fixes it Jefferson victorious “we are all republicans, we are all federalists” Promises moderation “restoration” of American values A “revolution”? Peaceful transfer of political power Weakening Federalist party (death of Hamilton)

Jefferson’s Domestic Policies Supports popular democracy Repeals Alien and Sedition Acts Reduces federal spending “less government is good government” Laissez Faire Capitalism in America? (Appleby Thesis) Restraint in replacing government officials Financial policies: Ends excise taxes Keeps the rest of Hamilton’s polices Renews Bank of US Reduction of national debt; balanced budget Albert Gallatin (Treasury)

Jefferson’s conflict with the Supreme Court 1801: Adams’ “Midnight Judges” Judiciary Act 1801 Federalists remain in judicial branch Chief Justice John Marshall Strengthened federal government Marbury v. Madison (1803) Judicial Review Judge Samuel Chase Incident

Conclusion How does Jefferson’s domestic policies compare with that of Washington’s administration? Explain your answer in 3-4 sentences.