Hamilton and Jefferson had significant disagreements on several key issues. Two of the main issues they disagreed on are:
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The role of the federal government - Hamilton advocated for a strong central government, while Jefferson favored states' rights and a more limited federal government.
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How to structure a banking system - Hamilton supported the establishment of a national bank to help centralize financial authority and manage debt, while Jefferson opposed it, believing it concentrated too much power in the federal government.
These disagreements exemplified the broader ideological divide in the emerging political landscape of the United States.