Which of the following groups did Jefferson want to participate in American democracy? (1 point)

Question

a. women
b. yeoman farmers
c. African Americans
d. merchants and traders

Answer 1

b. yeoman farmers

Thomas Jefferson idealized the yeoman farmer as a crucial component of American democracy, believing they embodied the values of independence and virtue. He didn't advocate for broader participation in democracy for women, African Americans, or merchants and traders in the same way.