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This overview explores the Federalist and Democratic Republican parties, two pivotal political factions in 18th century America. The Federalists advocated for a strong central government and a federal union, emphasizing the need for a unified approach to governance distinct from individual state authorities. In contrast, the Democratic Republicans championed the principles of democracy and republicanism, focusing on the rights of citizens and the importance of representation. This analysis highlights their differing ideologies, historical context, and lasting impacts on the formation of the United States.
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Federalist v. Democratic Republicans Federalist - advocate of federal union Federal - pertaining to or of the nature of a union of states under a central government distinct from the individual governments of the separate states, as in federal government; federal system Democratic - pertaining to or of the nature of democracy or a democracy (government by the people) Republic - a state in which the supreme power rests in the body of citizens entitled to vote and is exercised by representatives chosen directly or indirectly by them.