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Which best describes Jefferson's views on the new government?

America was too big to be a direct democracy


Describe Thomas Jefferson’s view of the federal government and its responsibilities?

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.


What was Jefferson view on the best kind of government?

today Thomas, Jefferson began his duties as president of the United States.


What statement best summarizes Thomas Jefferson's views on the Enlightenment and slavery?

Jefferson support Enlightenment principles but continued to own slaves.


What did Jefferson believe was the role of the government?

"He governs best who governs least."~Thomas Jefferson


What did Jefferson believe the responsibilities of government be limited to?

"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.


What did Jefferson the responsibilities of government should be limited to?

"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.


What was Thomas Jefferson's idea for best type of government?

His ideal government was a small one with limited presidential power. These beliefs belonged to the Republicans, one of which Jefferson was.


What was Thomas Jefferson's view on the best kind of government?

because he was president


What did Jefferson believe the responsibility of government should be limited to?

"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.


How did the conflict between Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton Give rise to two opposing political parties and two plans for what the best for America?

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.


Who did Jefferson believed could best protect freedom?

A strong central government!! D: