The Declaration of Independence

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The two visions have many different opinions on national policy problems. In terms of government, the Federalist think people need Strong federal government and president acting for the national interest. Government Votes and holds elected office limited to those who own property. Government interprets the Constitution in a flexible way to enable the nation to grow. Order, stability, and unity have priority over individual rights. However, the Republican holds the view that U.S should have small federal government with strong states’ rights. All white adult males should have the right to vote and hold office. Interpret the Constitution according to the strict meaning of its wording. Individual rights should have top priority. In terms of political parties, the Federalist thinks the party that rules should be controlled by the educated and wealthy elite, while the Republican thinks the party that rules should be controlled by the common people. In terms of economy, the Federalist thinks a commercial and industrial economy is best for the growth and prosperity of the nation. Tax certain American-made products like whiskey to broaden the tax burden to all Americans. While, the Republican thinks that an agricultural economy is best with most people owning small farms. Collect taxes mainly from the business and large landowner classes. In terms of Security and Foreign Policy, the Federalist thinks that U.S should have strong permanent army and navy to defend the homeland and free trade overseas. Internal security laws are needed to prevent criticism and insults against the president and other elected leaders. Friendly toward Britain and hostile toward revolutionary France, but neutral in European wars. While, the Republican thinks that a permanent military may lead to a takeover by a strongman like Napoleon; rely on local and state militias for defense. Internal security laws that interfere with freedom of speech and press are a threat to liberty. Friendly toward revolutionary France and hostile toward Britain, but neutral in European wars.

Although both political parties had good intentions for the future of the United States, the Federalist Party was much more effective at uniting the American people, avoiding domestic faction, and keeping the best interests in mind for the future of the United States.