Because of their inherent dislike for any Monarchy, also because it provided special privileges based on the status of birth. {France provided the American revolution with the Navy, weapons, and supplies they had a special bond with the people of France. Many Americans felt that they owed France and immediate and meaningful offer of assistance. Americans were excited when they first learned of the French revolution because they felt it would increase trade with France.}
the democrats fought almost bitterly at times over:
banking policies
slavery issues
tariff rates
answer: all of the above
