Catholics vs. Convicts
Illiniwek
Junior Chimp
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« on: December 19, 2016, 04:33:32 PM » |
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I would have been a Federalist (D)
• Belief in a strong federal system of governance • Promotion of a fiscally sound and nationalistic government • Federalism • Nationalism • Industrialization • Promoted engagement in manufacturing and commerce. • Supported the creation of a strong national bank. • Promoted a strong and active foreign policy, especially through friendship and trade with Britain.
• Sponsored the Alien and Sedition Acts, which increased residency requirements for citizenship and expanded the deportation of aliens. • Favored factories, banking, and trade over agriculture. • Fostered the creation of a national judicial system via the U.S. Supreme Court. • Supported the creation of the U.S. Navy and the expansion of the Army. • Preferred a duty on imports rather than direct taxation for the purposes of raising revenue.
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