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The debate over the Alien and Sedition act was, in part a result of past and current conflicts between the Federalist and Republicans. When the Federalists were establishing the Alien and Sedition acts, they were showing, in part, their desire for power, just as Hamilton had tried to accomplish in his economic plan. ... These points come together to show there were more controversial issues in question that led to the strife between factions over the Alien and Sedition Acts
The Federalists primarily consisted of the aristocracy. ...
Before the Alien and Sedition Acts were even considered, Washington felt that “there was no need for encouragement” of these immigrants. ... Later Federalists used these arguments to show the need for the Alien and Sedition acts. Both Jefferson and Washington recognized the power that would be lost by the Federalists if these acts were not put into place. ... However, the Sedition act did not allow the Republican editors to do this without being convicted of treason.
Approximate Word count = 742
Approximate Pages = 3
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