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Alexander Hamilton: Part Of The Jacksonian Democracy
Hamiltonian Federalism- Alexander Hamilton wanted to form a strong union with the states and federal government. He sought an increase in the power/control of the federal government over the individual states. Hamilton also wanted a bank of the State so that loans could be put out to manufacturers and commercial enterprises. He felt like it was necessary to create a large national debt so that the government's credit would be built up over time. Finally, he wanted to place/raise tariffs on foreign goods to promote American manufacturing and the affordability of the products.
Jacksonian Democracy- The Jacksonian democracy was part of the democratic party that sought to allow all white males (no females) suffrage, no matter their education,

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