Comparison of Federalist Party to the Whig Party.

AP US History Evolution: Federalists to Whigs America's early history is marked with drastic changes in political situations and public opinions, leading to the inception and termination of various political parties. These parties came and went, but at any single moment in time, America's government was controlled by one party, with a second vying for power. One such party was born out of the controversy over the adoption of the proposed Federal Constitution - the …

…that was thick with sectional differences and animosities. From 1791 to 1856 American social and political situations changed drastically in relation to both internal and external affairs. Therefore, political parties changed in ideals and popularity. However, the basic ideology of the evolving parties remained constant, leading to similar adherent interest groups and programs/policies. From the Federalists, to the National Republicans, to the Whigs - the basic principle of these parties was a powerful national economic policy.