HIST 2055 Chapter : CHAPTER 8 SUMMARY
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Formation of the government: the constitution left many questions unanswered about the structure and conduct of the government. Congress had to create executive departments and organize the federal judiciary. The ratification of the first ten amendments, the bill of rights, was a leading issue; however, strengthening the economy was the highest priority. Hamiltonian vision: hamilton wanted to create a vibrant economy. He succeeded in establishing a sound foundation for american capitalism by crafting a budget with a funded national debt, a federal tax system, a national bank, and a customs service. In terms of religion, the constitution does not mention a deity and the first amendment guarantees people the right to worship freely, regardless of their religious persuasion. Neutrality: with the outbreak of european-wide war during the french revolution, washington"s policy of neutrality violated the terms of the 1778 treaty with france, which had established a perpetual alliance.
