Unit 3 Flashcards
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Kentucky and Virginia Resolutions (DR’S)
Resolutions claim a STATE gov’t can rule that a nat’l law to be UNCONSTITUTIONAL and therefore does not need to be followed (“NULLIFICATION”)
Why did President Adam’s send diplomats to speak with the French?
The French were seizing American trading ships bound for Britain and refused to receive the new American ambassador.
Sedition Act
ALS hurts strength in numbers of DR’s as very persuasive DR supporters can be jailed for DISSENT
What happened to American diplomats that led to increased anti-French feeling in the country?
American diplomats were humiliated by members of the French foreign ministry in an event known as the “XYZ” Affair. The members of the French foreign ministry said that to speak with there boss they needed to pay $250,000 to speak to there boss.
Burr’s 3 point plan for ‘POLITICAL SUCCESS’
- He avoided controversial issues
- Used personal charisma to charm voters
- Raised large sums of money from businessmen wanting favors
Precedent
an earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide to be considered in subsequent similar circumstances
When did Hamilton and Burr first come into political conflict?
When Burr ran against Hamiltons father in law and spoke out against his debt plan.
Jurisdiction
The official power to make legal decisions or judgements
Legislative branch
the branch of government having the power to make laws
Executive branch
consists of the President, his or her advisors and various departments and agencies
Judicial branch
Main job of the branch is to interpret laws by determining them either constitutional or unconstitutional
Checks and balances
principle of government under which separate branches are empowered to prevent actions by other branches and are induced to share power
Alliance
a union or association formed for mutual benefit, especially between countries or organizations.
Strength in numbers
a group of people has more influence or power than one person
Politics
1: Competition between groups in order to gain control over the decisions and policies of
the government
2: Intrigue or maneuvering within a political unit or group in order to gain control or power
Partisan Politics
Political Parties competing
How did President Washington’s administration respond to the War between Britain and France?
Hamilton wanted to join Britains side and Jefferson wanted to join France but George Washington decided to take the middle road and be neutral so we could continue trading with both nations.
Political Maneuver
The strategic actions and tactics used by individuals or groups to gain influence, power, or advantage within an organizational or political setting
Alexander Hamilton
Leader of Federalist; made the national bank; Secretary of Treasury
Thomas Jefferson
Leader of Democratic-Republicans; 3rd president of the US; Secretary of State;
George Washington
1st president of the US
Napoleon
The French general during the French Rebellion
James Madison
Father of the constitution; Secretary of State; 4th president of US; did not give up midnight judges papers and refuses court order
