Key Figures and Events of the 1800 Election

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Jefferson's Advocacy

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States' rights, limited government, agrarian economy

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John Adams

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Incumbent president, Federalist, strong central government

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Burr's Rivalry

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Ambitions led to duel with Hamilton

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Madison's Role

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Organized party strategy, supported Jefferson's campaign

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Marshall's Influence

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Strengthened federal government, shaped judiciary

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Charles Cotesworth Pinckney

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Federalist candidate for vice president, diplomat, military leader

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Pinckney's Role

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Balanced Federalist support, significant in the South

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Gerry's Criticism

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Opposed Alien and Sedition Acts

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Jefferson's Victory

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Marked shift from Federalist to Democratic-Republican

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Gerry's Support

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Backed Jefferson