Unit 5 Age of Jackson- Origin of Political Parties

Unit 4 Early Republic- Origin of Political Parties

8.5C Explain the origin and development of American political parties.

Open Ended

In George Washington's farewell address, he warned against Political Parties. Why do you think he did NOT support the idea of people dividing up into Political Parties?

Poll

In your opinion, which point of view do you agree with?

• Hamilton: The wealthy and educated who own this country should be the ones who govern it.

• Jefferson: The wealthy and educated should govern our country, but every man should have access to an education and earning his own wealth.