America was too big to be a direct democracy
America was too big to be a direct democracy
Thomas Jefferson believed in state rights. He thought that a large federal government threatened liberty and that vigilant states could best protect freedom. Thomas Jefferson also believed that people should not be restricted to a certain religion.
today Thomas, Jefferson began his duties as president of the United States.
Jefferson support Enlightenment principles but continued to own slaves.
"He governs best who governs least."~Thomas Jefferson
"That government governs best, which governs LEAST", said Thomas Jefferson. Jefferson believed in a small government, almost a minimalist government. Of course, he envisioned a nation of farmers and shopkeepers, not a world power with an international reach.
"That government governs best, which governs LEAST", said Thomas Jefferson. Jefferson believed in a small government, almost a minimalist government. Of course, he envisioned a nation of farmers and shopkeepers, not a world power with an international reach.
His ideal government was a small one with limited presidential power. These beliefs belonged to the Republicans, one of which Jefferson was.
because he was president
"That government governs best, which governs LEAST", said Thomas Jefferson. Jefferson believed in a small government, almost a minimalist government. Of course, he envisioned a nation of farmers and shopkeepers, not a world power with an international reach.
The two men had vastly differing views on the role of the government, and just about everything. While Alexander Hamilton held basically patrician views of big government, a national bank, and friendly terms with Great Britain, Jefferson was the exact opposite. He did not want too much power in the hands of the government, preferring more power to the states. He did not favor Britain, but France.
A strong central government!! D: