What did the Federalists believe in? Where did the party get its main support?

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Sim W.
Feb 2, 2018

They wanted a stronger federal government

Explanation:

The Federalists wanted a stronger federal government, they thus favored a central bank and tariffs for instance. They were supported by the merchants living in cities and New England whereas the Democratic-Republicans were the party of farmers(those who could vote at least) in the South.

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