Jefferson's era refers to the time period during which Thomas Jefferson served as the third President of the United States, from 1801 to 1809. It was characterized by his Democratic-Republican Party's influence and emphasis on agrarianism, limited government, and a strict interpretation of the Constitution.
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Agrarianism: Agrarianism is an ideology that emphasizes the importance of agriculture in society, advocating for policies that support farmers' rights and promote rural lifestyles.
Limited Government: Limited government refers to a political philosophy that advocates for minimal intervention by the government in citizens' lives and promotes individual freedoms within certain boundaries defined by law.
Strict Interpretation of the Constitution: The strict interpretation of the Constitution is an approach that believes in interpreting the document exactly as written, without any additional implied powers or broad interpretations. It emphasizes limiting federal power to only what is explicitly stated in the Constitution.