In this episode of Frogmore Stew, Grace takes us back to where our two parties started and the influence of Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton on America's political landscape. Jefferson's advocacy for states' rights, a laissez-faire economy, and individualism are contrasted with Hamilton's support for a strong federal government, regulation for the common good, and the belief in implied powers of the Constitution. 00:00 Introduction: The Importance of Diverse Perspectives01:02 Exploring Our Political Foundations: Family and Environment01:44 The Ideological Beginnings of America's Political Landscape02:41 Thomas Jefferson: The Vision of a Rural, Laissez-Faire America06:30 Alexander Hamilton: Advocating for a Strong Federal Government and Industrial Future09:35 The Irony of Political Leadership and the Quest for CompromiseCopyright 2025 Grace Cowan "Hamilton" - The Disney Movie - #Hamilton #FlicksAndTheCity #Disney Film clips and audio-visual materials from Hamilton appear courtesy of Lin-Manuel Miranda and Nevis Productions, LLC and Disney.The Poets of Rhythm - "South Carolina

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