George Washington and John Adams

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a 1797 attempt by the French to bribe the United States by demanding money before discussing the French seizure of neutral American ships

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XYZ Affair

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The Federalist-supported laws created in 1798 that permitted the President to expel foreigners, made it harder for immigrants to become citizens, and allowed for citizens to be fined or jailed if they criticized the government or its officials

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Alien and Sedition Acts

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the right of states to limit the power of the federal government

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states' rights

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Urged the nation to have no political Parties as it weakens the U.S., and to stay neutral in foreign affairs and to avoid permanent alliances with foreign countries

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George Washington's Farewell Address

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George Washington's foreign policy which declared that the US would avoid taking sides (neutral) in any European conflict or becoming involved in any foreign war

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Proclamation of Neutrality

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First President of the United States. Set many precedents, including only serving 2 terms, creating a cabinet, and remaining neutral. His biggest issue as President was solving the debt problem from the American Revolution

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George Washington

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Second President of the US. Federalist. Known for the Alien & Sedition Acts and the XYZ Affair

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John Adams

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Political party that wanted to strengthen the power of the federal government and to promote industry and trade

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Federalist Party

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Person who ran with Thomas Jefferson against Adams and Pinckney in the 1800 presidential election

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Aaron Burr

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Person who served as vice president under John Adams

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Thomas Jefferson