CLEP American Government
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Hard issues
Complicated issues that do not play a large role in elections i.e. how to ensure the U.S. has good relations with China 10 years from now
During the period from 1976 to 1824, This party was lead by Alexander Hamilton and James Madison. They wanted a stronger national government that would rectify the pitfalls of the Articles of Confederation. Their supporters held a stronghold in New England and the Middle Colonies, as well as urban centers of commerce and manufacturing.
A group of people acting together in support of common concerns -- seeks to influence/affect policies.
A third party that demanded the government print more money; called for government regulation of railroads and corporations.