What would they do? Adams

Foreign Affairs: Favored making decisions that put the US first. If it does not benefit the US, then we should not get involved in foreign affairs.

Government is strictly limited by the Constitution; to act outside of it would be unconstitutional and illegal. Has a 'strict interpretation" of the Constitution (government's power is clearly defined and limited by the Const.)

Former VP under Washington

Government can do more than what is listed in the Constitution. Uses a "loose interpretation" of the Constitution that uses the Elastic Clause to expand government power, for example with the creation of the National Bank.

Washington's Sec. of State

Who supported Jefferson (two choices)?

Alexander Hamilton & George Washington supported me

Favored intervention where necessary to support friends and allies. For example, in the French Revolution, he advocated for the US to help the French since they had helped us earlier

Option A: Continue diplomacy to avoid war, even if it makes the U.S. look weak.

Option B: Push for immediate military action to defend American honor.

Option A: Reject the acts to protect free speech and civil liberties.

Option B: Support the acts to maintain control and security.

Option A: Use federal troops to restore order and show strength.

Option B: Offer amnesty to the rebels and engage in negotiations to avoid further conflict.

Option A: Appoint a wide range of judges to maintain Federalist influence in the courts.

Option B: Limit the number of judicial appointments to respect the election results and minimize partisan tensions.

Option A: Allow citizens more freedom in foreign diplomacy, trusting that they would act in the nation's best interest.

Option B: Create an act to maintain control over foreign policy and prevent private individuals from acting on their own.

Option A: Oppose the act to encourage a more inclusive, immigrant-friendly policy.

Option B: Support the act to limit the political power of immigrants who could potentially align with Jefferson.

Option A: Avoid military expansion to reduce costs and deepen the conflict.

Option B: Build a stronger navy to deter French aggression and protect American ships.

Option A: Avoid taking a strong public stance on slavery, prioritizing national unity.

Option B: Publicly take a stand against slavery, even if it risks alienating Southern states.