Between the year or 1796 and 1801, major rivalries and social divisions began to break out. Some of these political and social divisions are brought up among the following readings; “Farewell Address” by George Washington, the “First Inaugural Address” by Thomas Jefferson, and “Reflections on Meeting Jefferson” by Margaret Smith. These all reflect the social scene during this time period and demonstrate the separation between both political parties. By studying these readings one can better understand the foundation of the rivalry, the division during this century, and wider politics of this age.
The bitter rivalry between the political parties majorly stemmed from the French Revolution. The French Revolution lasted from the year 1789 until …show more content…
Washington uses his Farewell Address in order to alert the people about the possibility of a separation of the society as a whole. This includes a separation of the political parties and the division of the social classes. He also actively verbalizes how foolish it would be for the political parties to begin practicing foreign policies, like the other nations of this time. This includes staying neutral towards foreign affairs instead of picking sides (Zeide Lecture, 9/2/16). Washington states, “As avenues to foreign influence in innumerable ways, such attachments are particularly alarming to the truly enlightened and independent patriot” (Washington, 1796). This is one example of how vigorously Washington fought to get his point across. In the year 1801, Jefferson uses his First Inaugural Address speech in order to try to re-unite the political parties. He stresses the importance of being a united nation, without any division or strife. Jefferson stated amongst his speech, “We are all Republicans; we are all Federalists” (Jefferson, 1801). This helps to convey his message of unity and shows how powerfully he felt about this ideology. Although these speeches were given during different times, it is evident that both presidents felt strongly towards the ideology of unity amongst the …show more content…
These articles not only help give major insight into the political status of this century but are also a great way to better understand the society of this age. The French Revolution proves to be a major key to the rivalry of the political parties. This is addressed amongst the addresses of Washington and Jefferson, which also helps understand the evolvement of separation during this century. Using articles written by Margaret Smith, one can also visualize wider party politics during this age. Today, one can still see division amongst our political parties and social classes, for example, the republican and democratic party of this
The bitter rivalry between the political parties majorly stemmed from the French Revolution. The French Revolution lasted from the year 1789 until …show more content…
Washington uses his Farewell Address in order to alert the people about the possibility of a separation of the society as a whole. This includes a separation of the political parties and the division of the social classes. He also actively verbalizes how foolish it would be for the political parties to begin practicing foreign policies, like the other nations of this time. This includes staying neutral towards foreign affairs instead of picking sides (Zeide Lecture, 9/2/16). Washington states, “As avenues to foreign influence in innumerable ways, such attachments are particularly alarming to the truly enlightened and independent patriot” (Washington, 1796). This is one example of how vigorously Washington fought to get his point across. In the year 1801, Jefferson uses his First Inaugural Address speech in order to try to re-unite the political parties. He stresses the importance of being a united nation, without any division or strife. Jefferson stated amongst his speech, “We are all Republicans; we are all Federalists” (Jefferson, 1801). This helps to convey his message of unity and shows how powerfully he felt about this ideology. Although these speeches were given during different times, it is evident that both presidents felt strongly towards the ideology of unity amongst the …show more content…
These articles not only help give major insight into the political status of this century but are also a great way to better understand the society of this age. The French Revolution proves to be a major key to the rivalry of the political parties. This is addressed amongst the addresses of Washington and Jefferson, which also helps understand the evolvement of separation during this century. Using articles written by Margaret Smith, one can also visualize wider party politics during this age. Today, one can still see division amongst our political parties and social classes, for example, the republican and democratic party of this