John Adams1735-1826, Federalist

Alien and Sedition Acts

Tension between Feds & Reps; Feds in control of Congress

ALIEN ACT; president can imprison/expel foreigners considered dangerous

SEDITION ACT: restricted freedom of the press; criticizing the government was illegal.

Opposing Viewpoints

Federalists

Supported Acts;

Alien Act affected Republican population (immigrants tended to join Rep. Party);

Sedition Act meant to silence government opposition.

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Republicans

Opposed Acts;

Knew the Act was created to limit power of Republican Party;

Sedition Act a violation of Constitution (1st Amendment)

Results/EffectsVirginia and Kentucky Resolutions “nullified” both acts- States could nullify federal laws if they wanted to. Heated up tension between Reps. and Feds.

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