 Jeffersonian democracy

Jeffersonian democracy is a political philosophy and framework associated with Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States and one of the Founding Fathers. This idea emphasizes several key principles and values: 1. **Agrarianism**: Jefferson believed that a nation of independent, land-owning farmers would provide a strong foundation for democracy. He thought that agriculture was vital for the sustenance of a free and virtuous society and that land ownership would lead to greater civic responsibility and involvement among citizens.