1. Hamilton and Jefferson
AKA Hammy Ham and T Jeffy: Political Deathmatch

2. Alexander Hamilton Born in British West Indies
Lived with a single mom, poor, started working very young
Sent to college by his boses
Represents NY in Continental Congress
First Secretary of the Treasury (he’s on the ten dollar bill!)
Promoted a national bank, tariffs (tax on imported goods), pro-industry
Killed in a duel by then Vice President Aaron Burr in 1804

3. Thomas Jefferson Born in Virginia
Wealthy, inherited land and money when father died
Studied law
Represents Virginia in the Continental Congress
Wrote Declaration of Independence
Served as first Secretary of State under Washington, VP under Adams, two terms as President