How did the compromises made when writing and ratifying the Constitution encourage the development of political factions? Compare and Contrast the effectiveness of Washington?s and Adams' presidencies in obeying and promoting the Constitution during their administrations.
Does anyone know where I can find the answer to this? I am completely stumped by it(Yes I am in AP US History and yes I SUCK AT HISTORY. lol) Thank you everyone for your time and help. It is all greatly appriciated.
I'm sorry you're taking advanced placement U.S. history. You should not be in this class because you're obviously not interested nor ready for college-level history.
The principal of my granddaughters' school warned all potential AP students not to take AP history unless they really loved history and really loved to read. My granddaughters took other AP classes -- but not AP history!
Ms. Sue is right. You need to get into a regular US History class ... now!
Well... despite the fact that I am not good at history I did sign up for the class and I AM STICKING WITH IT. I am not going to swtich out. Thank you for your time, however, my descision to stay in the class will not be swayed. I do need help with it however, and I am looking into getting a tutor. I do want to succeed at the class and using this website is only temporary until I can get a tutor to help me.
well ms.sue the fact that she can't answer the question doesn't mean she doesn't have the potential to be in an AP class.
To find the answer to your question, you can start by researching the compromises made during the writing and ratification of the Constitution. Some key compromises to consider include the Great Compromise, Three-Fifths Compromise, and the Commerce Compromise. These compromises were essential in reaching a consensus among the states with varying interests and perspectives.
The Great Compromise, also known as the Connecticut Compromise, established a bicameral legislature with representation based on both population (House of Representatives) and equal representation for each state (Senate). This compromise satisfied both large and small states and helped to balance power within the federal government. However, it also set the stage for future disagreements between political factions on issues such as representation and state sovereignty.
The Three-Fifths Compromise addressed the controversial issue of whether enslaved individuals would be counted as part of a state's population for the purpose of determining representation in the House of Representatives and taxation. This compromise counted each enslaved person as three-fifths of a free person, benefiting southern states with large populations of enslaved individuals. This led to disagreements and divisions between northern and southern states, ultimately contributing to the development of political factions.
The Commerce Compromise was reached to resolve conflicts between states over regulation of trade. It granted the federal government the power to regulate interstate commerce and foreign trade while also prohibiting the government from interfering with the slave trade for a period of 20 years. This compromise satisfied the economic interests of southern states but ignited opposition from those who opposed the institution of slavery.
Now let's compare and contrast the effectiveness of George Washington's and John Adams' presidencies in obeying and promoting the Constitution:
George Washington's presidency (1789-1797) was marked by his commitment to upholding the Constitution. He focused on establishing strong executive authority, maintaining neutrality in foreign affairs, and implementing economic policies. Washington respected the separation of powers and upheld the principles of the Constitution, which earned him the trust and respect of the American public.
John Adams' presidency (1797-1801) faced several challenges regarding the Constitution. Adams dealt with political factionalism, including opposition from the Democratic-Republicans led by Thomas Jefferson. During his presidency, Adams signed the controversial Alien and Sedition Acts, which limited individual liberties and freedom of speech guaranteed by the Constitution. This led to significant criticism and pushed the boundaries of constitutional interpretation, raising questions about the extent of executive power.
Overall, while both presidents sought to uphold the Constitution, Washington's presidency was generally regarded as more effective in promoting constitutional principles. Adams faced more criticism for his policies and actions that were seen as undermining certain constitutional rights.