American Elections: Wicked Game 1792, Washington: Partisanship Rising
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Nov 7, 2023 President Washington considers a second term while Vice President John Adams fights to keep his position. Adams gets help from Alexander Hamilton, who previously conspired against him. The rise of Aaron Burr as a challenger to Adams and growing partisanship during Washington's presidency are also discussed.
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First Political Parties
- The compromise led to deeper political divisions and the formation of the first political parties.
- These parties were the Federalists and the Democratic-Republicans.
Jefferson's Bullhorn
- Jefferson, frustrated with Federalist influence, backed Freneau's National Gazette to counter Hamilton.
- The Gazette became a platform for Republican views.
Washington's Second Term
- Washington considered retirement due to political divisions and national unrest, including the Whiskey Rebellion.
- He ultimately agreed to a second term.