History of the United States I / Unit 8 USH1 1065 short lesson, about 20 seconds
The Democratic-Republicans
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The idea
Democratic-Republicans believed the administration's domestic policies were designed to enrich the few while ignoring everyone else, and championed limited government.
In practice
Members drawn from the ranks of artisans in Philadelphia and New York, sponsoring festivals and parades.
Where people slip
They saw themselves continuing the Revolution against a commercial class with no interest in the public good.
Your place on the trail
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