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Federalist Party

Strong central government, loose constitutional interpretation · Founded 1789

Federalist Party

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Last verified: May 2026

Key Facts

Founded: 1789
Status: Defunct
Ideology: Strong central government, loose constitutional interpretation

Platform & Key Positions

National bank
Strong federal government
Close ties with Britain
Manufacturing economy

History

The first American political party, led by Alexander Hamilton and John Adams. Dissolved by the 1820s.

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