Question

Which of the following is an accurate description of Jefferson's beliefs on government?

A. He felt that government should represent those who were "rich and well born."
B. He believed that the government should increase funding for the military, particularly the navy.
C. He believed that his Federalist Party gave the country the best opportunity to achieve ecnomic success.
D. He thought a popular government garnered strength more so than a forceful government.

Answer 1

D. He thought a popular government garnered strength more so than a forceful government.

Answer 2

The correct answer is D. He thought a popular government garnered strength more so than a forceful government.

Jefferson was from democratic republican which had no patience on federalists.

He viewed that people who are best are the ones who should rule.

Jeffersonian believed that the best government is the one which is likely being governed by the least.

A government which is small and which has limited powers they are most likely way is to leave people alone so as to enjoy liberty blessings.

He believed that the future of a nation lies not with merchants and federalist bankers.