1. The Election of 1800

2. In 1800… The country has 16 states. The U.S. is becoming diverse:
Industry grows in the North.
Farms and small businesses
grow in the South and West.

3. Problems for Adams
The U.S. and France are involved in the “Quasi War.”
The Alien and Sedition Acts are restricting liberty.
Slave rebellions take place in the South.
Parts of the U.S. are
threatening to
secede.

4. Federalists vs. Republicans
Support John Adams
Promote industry and foreign trade.
Favor Great Britain
Support Thomas Jefferson
Support small farmers and craftsmen.
Favor France

5. A Lack of Trust
Federalists believe that the Republicans support bloody revolutions.
Republicans believe the Federalists want an American monarchy.

6. The Votes are In! Adams = 65 electoral votes
Jefferson = 73 electoral votes
Jefferson ties with Republican Aaron Burr.
The House of Representatives steps in to break the tie.
Jefferson wins by one vote!

7. So Why Do We Care? Federalists give up power peacefully.
Proves citizens can elect their own leaders.
Leads to the 12th Amendment:
The President and Vice President
are elected separately.