Why did political tensions increase after the election of 1796?

Question

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Jefferson lost support from farmers and abandoned his ideals

The elected president and vice president were from opposing parties

Adams was outraged that he did not get to choose his vice president

Hamilton sided with Jefferson over foreign policy issues.

Answer 1

The correct answer is: The elected president and vice president were from opposing parties.

The election of 1796 resulted in John Adams, a Federalist, becoming president, while Thomas Jefferson, a Democratic-Republican, became vice president. This situation created significant political tension as the two leaders had opposing views and affiliations, setting the stage for deepening political divisions in the early years of the United States.