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Federalists
People who believed in the proposed Constitution and who believed in the federal system (power divided between state and national government) -
Anti-Federalists
People who did not support the federal system -
Democratic-Republicans
American political party formed by Thomas Jefferson and James Madison. Formed to oppose the centralizing policies of the new Federalist Party -
Jacksonian Democrats
This party promoted the strength of the presidency and executive branch at the expense of Congress, while also seeking to broaden the public's participation in government. -
Roosevelt Democrats
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Modern Democrats
Democrats are sometimes referred to as "the Party of the People," attracting immigrants, blue-collar workers, women, and minorities. Democrats tend to take a more liberal stand on important issues. They believe that the federal government should take a more active role in people's lives, particularly those who are in need. -
Modern Republicans
Republicans tend to take a more conservative stand on issues. They believe that the federal government should not play a big role in people's lives. Most Republicans favor lower taxes and less government spending on social programs. They believe in less government intervention in business and the economy.