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Creation of the Federalist Party
The federalist party was one of the first two parties in the United States. It favored a strong national government and the constitution. -
Creation of Anti-Federalist / Democratic-Republican Party
The Anti-federalist party was one of the first two political parties and the first party of opposition. They are also known as the democratic-republicans. They resisted the application of the Constitution. -
Jacksonian Democrats
Thomas Jefferson is elected president and Andrew Jackson afterwards. They favored farmers and states rights. -
The Republican Party
The creation of this party attracted former Whigs and anti-slavery Democrats. Lincoln was elected in 1860 as a member of this party. -
Roosevelt Democrats
The Great Depression allows Democrats to return to power led by Roosevelt. -
Divided Government of Modern Democrats and Republicans
Either party holds presidency during a term, often alternating, with congress commonly being the alternate party.