Question

Describe Jefferson’s and Hamilton’s different visions for the new nation

Answer 1

Jefferson and Hamilton diverged in what they saw as the appropriate size and role of the Federal Government in America's new Federalist system.

Hamilton believed that a strong Executive and Federal Government was needed if the US was to be successful moving forward.

Jefferson, ever wary, opposed a strong Federal executive even though he would later as President unilaterally expand the United States with the Louisiana Purchase.