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What was the revolution of 1800?
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Modern Political Spectrum
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Democratic-Republicans Fight Back Virginia & Kentucky Resolutions Jefferson & Madison’s answer to the Alien & Sedition Acts A state can nullify a federal law they see as unconstitutional Nullification To cancel out/void
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The Election of 1800 Who is running? John Adams – Federalist Charles Pinckney – Federalist Thomas Jefferson – Democratic-Republican Aaron Burr – Democratic-Republican
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The Election of 1800 A bitter and nasty campaign Partisan (one sided) politics emerge Jefferson beats Adams but he ties with Aaron Burr The House of Representatives votes 36 times before choosing Jefferson Alexander Hamilton helps Jefferson TJ dislikes Burr & thinks he is dangerous
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Jefferson’s Inaugural Address He wears shoes that tie – “no buckles” No fancy parade – he walked himself “We are all federalists, we are all Republicans.” Importance: A peaceful transfer of political power from one party to another 12 th Amendment (1804) distinct votes for President and Vice President must be cast
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