|
(Anti-Federalists Democratic-Republicans) |
|
| Jefferson | Hamilton |
| Liberal (radical) | Conservative |
| States-rights supporters | Strong central government |
| Middle-class, underprivileged
(Common man) |
Elite - wealthy |
| Pro-Agriculture | Pro-Business |
| Anti-National debt | Pro-National debt |
| Strict constructionist | Loose constructionist |
| No special privileges for any economic interests | Laissez-faire
Non-interference |
| Pro-French | Pro-British |
| Champions personal liberties | Personal liberties can be limited under certain conditions (war) |
| Govt. FOR the people -
mandates universal education |
Govt. FOR the people -
fear of the untutored common folk |