1. 5-1: Jefferson Takes Office
Jefferson’s goal was to limit the power of the federal government.

2. Federalists vs. Republicans Thomas Jefferson was a Republican
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Federalists vs. Republicans
Remember that the Federalists wanted a powerful central government, while Republicans felt it should have less power.
Thomas Jefferson was a Republican

3. California Standards
Social Studies Standard 8.4.2: Explain the policy significance of famous speeches (e.g., Jefferson’s Inaugural Address)

4. Input
laissez faire: the government should not interfere in the economy.
judicial review: the authority of the Supreme Court to strike down unconstitutional laws.

5. Republicans Take Charge
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Republicans Take Charge
After a bitter election campaign, Thomas Jefferson used his inaugural address to try to bring opposing sides together.
In the Election of 1800, Jefferson received 73 electoral votes as did Aaron Burr, his running mate.
The House of Representatives took 6 days and 36 votes to finally select Jefferson.
To avoid this situation in the future, Congress passed the 12th Amendment in 1804.

6. Jefferson Charts a New Course
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Jefferson Charts a New Course
As President, Thomas Jefferson’s main goal was to limit the federal government’s power over states and citizens.
Jefferson was the first President to be inaugurated in Washington, D.C., the new capital.
He believed the federal government was too involved in economic affairs, so he implemented a “laissez faire”, or “let alone” policy.
Jefferson fired all tax collectors and cut the number of U.S. diplomats.

7. Jefferson Charts a New Course
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Jefferson Charts a New Course
As President, Thomas Jefferson’s main goal was to limit the federal government’s power over states and citizens.
Jefferson reduced the army by nearly 40%.
He eliminated all federal taxes inside the country.
Jefferson ordered fines refunded to those punished under the Sedition Act.
Those imprisoned under the Sedition Act were released.

8. Goals and Policies of Thomas Jefferson
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Goals and Policies of Thomas Jefferson
Cut the number of government employees.
Shrink the military.
Pay off more state debts using federal money.
Jefferson’s “Revolution of 1800”
Reduce government expenses to reduce federal power.
Ease party disputes
Eliminate all federal taxes.
Allow many Federalists to keep their government jobs.

9. Supreme Court and Judicial Review
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Supreme Court and Judicial Review
The Supreme Court ruling in Marbury v. Madison established the principle of judicial review.
John Adams appointed Judge William Marbury and other judges in the last hours before he left office.
The Republicans argued these appointments were aimed at maintaining Federalist power, and Jefferson ordered James Madison to cease work on the appointments.
Marbury sued Madison, citing the Judiciary Act of 1789.

10. Supreme Court and Judicial Review
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Supreme Court and Judicial Review
The Supreme Court ruling in Marbury v. Madison established the principle of judicial review.
Chief Justice John Marshall spoke for a unanimous Court, ruling the Judiciary Act of 1789 unconstitutional.
The Court’s decision established judicial review, the authority of the Supreme Court to strike down unconstitutional laws.

11. Check for Understanding
Who decided the presidential election of 1800?
The House of Representatives
What action did Jefferson take to help those convicted under the Sedition Act?
Refunded the fines and released any prisoners.

12. Guided Practice Independent Practice Answer Finish the worksheet.
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13. HOMEWORK EXTENSION
Write a detailed SUMMARY of the section and complete the UNANSWERED QUESTIONS section of your notes.
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