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Federalists
It was the first US political party. They were fighting for a stronger US government. It was led and created by Alexander Hamilton. -
Democratic-Republican
They were the first parties to create and use campaign tricks. Republicans liked to spend money on building new roads and promoting faster economy growth. Democratics liked personal liberty and rights for the common man. -
Whigs
It was formed out of the National Republican Party. The party was made of Nationalists. Henry Clay was the leader. -
Liberty Party
James G. Birney led the group. They were very much against slavery. They also aloud women into the anti-slavery movement. -
Free Soil Party
This political party was led by John P. Hale. They were fighting for the Fugitive Slave Law. They demanded the repeal from them and banned slavery from a couple states. -
American Party
This party was led by Millard Fillmore. They were against immigration and tried to fight for it.
