1. Review for Test on Early Presidents
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Review for Test on Early Presidents

2. Review
Impact of John Marshall – increased the power of the federal government through the interpretation of the constitution.
Precedents of George Washington – cabinet, 2 terms (later becomes an amendment), title, neutrality
Alexander Hamilton’s philosophy – strong national government, loose interpretation of the constitution, wealthy rule.

3. How has Supreme Court influenced representative government – Court interprets the law so people have more say in government. – Making sure there are representatives for the population.
The philosophy of Thomas Jefferson – Strict interpretation, state’s rights, representative government, Laissez-faire
Foreign policy of George Washington – Stay neutral
Importance of Marbury v. Madison – Judicial Review – determine whether acts or laws are constitutional.
Define spoils system – giving jobs to supporters – good: more people involved; bad: unqualified.

4. President’s influence over Supreme Court – appoint justices
Government policy regarding Native Americans – broken treaties, not supportive of traditional values.
Importance of Louisiana Purchase – doubled the size of the US – turning point of western expansion.
Purpose of Monroe Doctrine – keep European nations out of the western hemisphere – protect Latin American Countries

5. Jefferson’s view of the constitution – strict interpretation
Foreign policy beliefs of Washington, Jefferson, and Monroe – remain neutral for as long as possible.
Why are protective tariffs important? – help the nation’s manufacturers
Separation of powers – each branch has specific duties
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6. Alien and Sedition Acts – Federal supremacy over states rights
Virginia and Kentucky Resolutions – Federal supremacy over states rights
Andrew Jackson – “common man” president, stretched his power, Trail of Tears, Spoils system, and kitchen cabinet.
McCulloch v. Maryland – Federal law is supreme, Gibbons v. Ogden –federal law is supreme, federal govt regulates interstate commerce

7. Sectional differences – each region of the country had different economies and interests
Identify the 22nd Amendment – 2 term limit
Missouri Compromise – Missouri slave state, Maine free state, Slavery prohibited above the line
Unwritten Constitution - cabinet
Treatment of Native Americans – ignored their traditions and culture.

8. Due Process – Protection given to accused against unfair practices by Constitution.
Hamilton’s Financial Plan – pay off debts to establish credit.