Jefferson did though still maintain some of his earlier pre presidency beliefs, which can be seen in his message to congress in 1817 vetoing the Internal Improvements Bill. This bill would have the federal government give funds to individual states in order for them to build canals and roads to promote easier and smother state-to-state commerce. In the letter he claims that the entire act is basically unconstitutional, showing his support of strict construction in that case. (Doc H)
In addition to the letters outlining Jefferson’s tendency to switch policies to meet his agenda, in a speech made by John Randolph about the proposed tariff of 1816 he explains to the House of Representatives that Jefferson’s true principals have been renounced and he has taken up the ideas of John Adams. (Doc F) This further illustrates how Jefferson Switched his views and instead of favoring the people gave favor to manufacturers by imposing this tariff and thusly raising prices in order to stay competitive which caused citizens to have to pay more for goods.
After James Madison became president in 1809 he took on the issue of