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Alexander Hamilton is an example of an early politician who believed in loose construction in terms of the U.S. Constitution. Hamilton was America's 1st Secretary of the Treasury.

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Who believed in a loose construction of the Constitution?

The federalists were those in the colonies that believed in a loose construction of the United States' Constitution. This group felt that with a stricter constitution their rights and liberties would be jeopardized and all power would lie within the government.


Which early political party formed to promote a loose construction of the Constitution and a strong central government?

The Democratic political party was formed to promote a loose construction of the Constitution and a strong central government. The Democratic Party believes the Constitution is only a guideline.


Why had Jeffersonian Republicans adopted many of the principles of loose construction once held by Hamilton Federalists by 1815 to 1824?

The idea of loose construction goes with being in power. The party OUT of power wants a strict interpretation of the constitution, in hopes of limiting the party IN power. So, the Republicans had been in power for several years and came to learn that "loose construction" benefited them the most, to expand their power. No one wants to limit their own power. -FrickeFresh


Which political party favored a loose interpretation of the Constitution?

The party that believed in loose interpretation of the constitution and strong ties with Great Britain was the Federalist Party, which only birthed one president, John Adams. Presently, loose interpretation has been recognized with the Democratic Party.