1. Topic: Why did Political Parties (Factions) emerge in the New Republic?

2. The French Revolution Hamilton’s financial program divides the public
French Revolution sharpens that division
“democratic” revolution
Radicalism (Reign of Terror)
France at war with Austria, Britain
“Citizen Genet” Incident
Should America support the French?
Washington: nation not ready to go to war
France “not worth it”
Neutrality Proclamation (1793)
Wise, but controversial action
Neutral trading rights

3. Negotiating With Britain
British agents in Canada w/ Indians
Battle of Fallen Timbers
Treaty of Greenville (1794)
British attacks on Neutral Vessels (Caribbean)
Jeffersonian anger at Britain
Washington tries to negotiate
Jay’s Treaty (1794)
Britain promises to evacuate forts on our side of Great Lakes
Pay for damages to US ships
Jeffersonians mad; controversy
Washington retires at end of second term: Farewell Address

4. Federalists vs. Jeffersonians

5. Conclusion
What do you think was the single main reason for the rise of political parties? Do you think this was a good or bad development for the US? Explain in 3-4 sentences.