Thomas Jefferson Strict Constitutionalism

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-THOMAS JEFFERSON strict constitutionalism
Thomas Jefferson, founder of the Republican party, believed the power of government should be interpreted by strictly following the Constitution. He rejected the Federalist belief that certain powers were implied in the constitution. If not clearly stated in the Constitution, it was not authorized. Under a strict interpretation of the Constitution, a tyrannical government could be avoided. The central government should have limited powers because a strong central government would limit the state’s rights; therefore, a weak central government was needed. Through this Democratic form of government, the power of the national government would be limited, giving states more power; consequently, power would
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