Comparing the Ideals of Hamilton and Jefferson
HAMILTON JEFFERSON Negative view of people Self-interest Elite can govern over everyone The common man could make good decisions Give them good information People can be in charge Nature of Human Beings
HAMILTON JEFFERSON Strong supporter of a powerful federal government Strong supporter of giving much power to states Best Type of Government
HAMILTON JEFFERSON Federalist Party “Loose” interpretation of Constitution Democratic- Republican’s “Strict” interpretation of Constitution Political Party and its Ideals
HAMILTON JEFFERSON Strong Industry National Bank to support business Strong Agriculture/ farming Wanted independent farmers No bank Ideal Economy
HAMILTON JEFFERSON Loose Congress and president can do what it needs Necessary and proper clause Strict Concerned president would be too powerful Wanted strong Bill of Rights View on the Constitution