1. Chapter 10: The Jefferson Era
Lesson 1: A New Party in Power

2. The Election of 1800
Federalists: John Adams for President and Charles Pinckney for Vice President
(Democratic-)Republicans: Thomas Jefferson for President and Aaron Burr for Vice President
How was this election different than elections today?
Adams and Jefferson did not travel around the country to gain support
They sent letters to citizens and newspapers to make it clear what their views were
How was this election similar to elections today?
Each side made personal attacks (
Federalists accused Jefferson of being “godless” because he believed in Freedom of Religion
Republicans warned that Federalists only wanted the rich in power and would bring back a monarchy

3. The Vote is Tied
At the time, electors casted two ballots without indicating which was for Pres or VP
Person with the most votes won Pres and second most votes won VP
In 1800, 73 electors voted for Jefferson and Burr
A ties meant that the House of Representatives had to decide the election
In the House, Federalists all voted for Burr making it a tie again until one Federalist decided not to vote for Burr.
To stop a tie from happening again: 12th Amendment was passed in 1803
Each elector would cast one vote for Pres and one vote for VP

4. Jefferson’s Inauguration
President Adams did not attend Jefferson’s Inauguration
He wore everyday clothes, very informal
His speech outlined his goals:
A wise and frugal government
Supporting states’ rights
Limit the power and size of the federal government

5. The Growing Power of the Supreme Court
William Marbury
Appointed to the courts but did not receive a commission
He asked Supreme Court to force its delivery
Supreme Court said it did not have jurisdiction (the legal authority)
Marbury v Madison established three principles of judicial review
The Constitution is the supreme law of the land
The Constitution must be followed when there is a conflict with any other law
The judicial branch can declare laws unconstitutional

6. Assignment
Page 275 #1 and 2
Page 277 #2 and 4