Constitutional Interpretations

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Constitutional Interpretations

• Strict
• If the Constitution doesnt specifically assign
  Congress the power, then the power belongs to the
  states.
• Loose
• Because the Constitution states that Congress has
  the power to make all laws necessary and proper
  to carry out its duties, then the Constitution
  doesnt need to specifically state a power for
  Congress to make a law.

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Federalists vs. Democratic-Republicans
Federalists Democratic-Republicans
Were led by Alexander Hamilton Believed only the wealthy, elite, and well educated should lead nation Favored strong national government Emphasized manufacturing, shipping, and trade Favored loose interpretation of Constitution Were pro-British Favored national bank Favored protective tariff Promoted national military Were led by Thomas Jefferson Believed all people should have political power Favored strong state governments Emphasized agriculture Favored strict interpretation of Constitution Were pro-French Opposed national bank Opposed protective tariff Promoted local militia
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Federalists vs. Democratic-Republicans
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Federalists vs. Democratic-Republicans